State of Emergency extended in Franklin County, NY following damage from Debby [Video]

The local State of Emergency in Franklin County, New York has been extended in the wake of wind and rain damage from Debby over the weekend. Officials in Franklin County have expanded the State of Emergency until Sept. 7 to help expedite aid to residents.”Highway Departments throughout the County, in collaboration with local community leaders and Franklin County Emergency Services, are working diligently to restore our infrastructure, which will take time,” a notice from county officials said on Monday.NBC5 has received reports of both wind and flooding damage that knocked down trees, took out power to residents and caused issues on local roadways.Thousands of residents throughout Northern New York were grappling with power outages and other storm-related issues after 50-60 MPH winds tore through communities on Friday evening. Residents of Franklin County could see grants up to $50K to address health and safety-related repairs not covered by insurance or other …