10 Ways to Use Patch During a Blizzard

With Patch will be working around-the-clock to cover updates related to the storm, but as with all of our reporting, the more interaction we get from our readers, the more comprehensive our coverage will be.

The following is a list of ways how you can use and help Patch to paint a local picture of the event.

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1. Get the news. When we know about storm-related news, so will you. From important town and village announcements, damages, and power outages, we’ll have all the news covered 24-7. Refresh the homepage often and bookmark it.

2. Comment. Have relevant information to add to an article, jump in and make a comment. We’ll follow up and likely add it to the article. These storm stories will continue to evolve as we speak to more officials and locals. You can be a real-time source by commenting.

3. Sign up for Patch newsletters. Get breaking news updates sent directly to you during the storm by signing up for Oyster Bay Patch newsletters here. You can also get daily headline rundowns and weekly summaries.

4. Connect with the editor. If you have tips, e-mail local editor Heather Doyle at heather.doyle@patch.com.

5. Follow us on Twitter. Want the info the fastest way possible, follow Patch on Twitter @OysterBayPatch.

6. Like us on Facebook. Patch updates all our articles on our Facebook page. To get up-to-the minute updates, like Syosset Patch here. 

7. Download the Patch mobile app. If you're en route, stuck on the train, or in a blackout (hopefully that doesn't happen, knock on wood), you can still stay with Patch on your phone. Download the free Patch mobile app and read stories the same way you read them on your computer. Search "Patch" in your app store.

8. Shoot videos. Same goes for video. Our smartphones have put high-powered video cameras in our pockets. Send clips our way to help us report on the effect of Frankenstorm in your backyards. If they aren't too long, you can text those too. Post them on our Facebook, Twitter, or email them to the editor.

9. Get the Word Out. If power is out (or turned back on) in your neighborhood or if there is a downed tree blocking your street, let your neighbors know by posting an announcement on our announcement board. Click here to post an announcement. 

10. Blog about it. When all settles, scores of your fellow community members will have “I was there” stories to share. Don’t keep them to yourself. Sign up to be a blogger and let your neighbors know how you held up during the storm.

Let us know if there's anything else you think we can do for you. Stay safe and warm during the storm!