Huntington, NY – Huntington Supervisor Frank P. Petrone today lifted the order issued Saturday declaring a snow emergency in the Town.

            Supervisor Petrone's directive lifting the order was effective at 10:30 am.

            "While we ask motorists to continue to use caution, the restrictions imposed by a state of emergency are no longer necessary," Supervisor Petrone said.

            Supervisor Petrone issued the original order effective 1:30 p.m. Saturday.      Under a snow emergency, the Supervisor has the power to close roads, appropriate necessary equipment from all sources and make necessary purchases without following the usual procedures. The declaration also makes available to the highway department Town equipment and personnel to assist highway department crews.