"Police Prepare for Solar Eclipse Traffic Gridlock and Emergencies"

Emergency responders in Rochester, New York are gearing up for potential gridlock and emergencies during the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8. With tens of thousands of visitors expected to flood the area, police and public safety agencies are increasing staffing and deploying resources such as scuba units, drones, and police horses to ensure quick responses to any emergencies despite anticipated traffic disruptions. Residents are advised to plan ahead, arrive early, and stay late to alleviate traffic, while first responders are preparing for gridlocked roadways with traffic patterns in disarray, unlike typical event-related traffic.