Don't Be Alarmed: Indian Point Siren Test Scheduled In Buchanan

A test of the Indian Point sirens is scheduled for multiple counties in the Hudson Valley.

A test of the Indian Point sirens has been scheduled, officials say.
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11/01/2022 10:00 a.m.

On Wednesday, Nov. 2, the sirens will be tested around 10:30 a.m., according to Westchester County officials.

The test will involve sirens in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, and Orange Counties, according to officials.

"The siren sounding is ONLY A TEST. No action by the public is necessary," county officials said.

The sirens were installed to alert the public of any emergency at the former nuclear plant, and the loud, high-pitched alarm would sound continuously for four minutes if there were an actual crisis, according to county officials.

Alarms are located in a ten-mile circle around Indian Point, which is located in Buchanan in Westchester County.

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