Retaining Wall Failure Shuts Down Sands Street in Port Chester

PORT CHESTER, NY (March 6, 2026) — Emergency response units and village personnel are on site following a retaining wall failure on Sands Street in Port Chester.

Authorities said the road has been shut down as crews work to shut off utilities, secure the wall and clear the area.

Residents should expect extreme congestion in the surrounding area, particularly on Midland Avenue, officials said.

Officials are asking the public to avoid the area while crews continue their work. There have been no reported injuries.

This article was prepared with the assistance of AI tools under the direction and editing of Robert Cox.