Significant unrest has erupted across 25 New York state prisons as correction officers have initiated unsanctioned strikes, driven by ongoing issues related to unsafe working conditions and staffing shortages. Governor Hochul has been forced to prepare the National Guard for deployment to maintain order in these facilities, as strike actions spread from Elmira to Collins and beyond. These wildcat strikes have sparked heated protests, with former inmates and correction officers voicing concerns about the hazardous environment. Local support for the striking officers is growing, with restaurants stepping in to offer aid. Tensions are high, and safety concerns have been amplified, prompting the state to enhance security measures. As the situation escalates, lawmakers and community members are calling for immediate reforms to address the dangerous conditions that have pushed corrections officers to their breaking point.