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Month: January 2022

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GOVERNOR LAMONT ACTIVATES STATE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER, IMPLEMENTS TRACTOR TRAILER BAN AHEAD OF SEVERE WINTER STORM

Jan 29, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

Governor Ned Lamont today announced that as a severe winter storm with blizzard conditions is anticipated to impact Connecticut, he is implementing a travel ban on tractor trailers for all limited access highways statewide effective at 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 29, 2022, and remaining in effect until further notice. The tractor trailer travel ban is being implemented in coordination with neighboring states that are also anticipating severe conditions. Additionally, under the governor’s direction, the Connecticut State Emergency Operations Center will be activated at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, and staffed virtually and/or in person with personnel from several state agencies, such as the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (including the Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, the State Police,…

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Bridgeport Prepares for Storm Predicted to Bring 12”-18” of Snowfall

Jan 28, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT – In anticipation of the pending snowfall due to impact Bridgeport, Mayor Ganim announces the declaration of a Snow Emergency in effect as of 4:00pm today, Friday January 28, 2022. Residents are directed to park on the EVEN side of the street, and not to park on Emergency routes.Bridgeport officials also encourage residents to remain at home for their own safety during the storm and to allow passage for Emergency and First Responders, as well the City Public Facilities crews to efficiently pre-treat the streets and then plow as snow impacts the city. As forecasted by the National Weather Service, the city anticipates snowfall to begin around 8PM this evening with the peak of the storm, with highest…

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Eversource Preparing for Powerful Weekend Snowstorm

Jan 28, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

Eversource Preparing for Powerful Weekend SnowstormEnergy company prestaging crews in advance of heavy snowfalland high winds; encouraging customers to also prepare  BERLIN, Conn. (January 27, 2022) – With the track of this weekend’s powerful snowstorm still uncertain, Eversource is preparing for whatever the storm may bring. The heavy snowfall and high winds expected late Friday night into Saturday can bring down trees or tree limbs onto electric lines and equipment causing power outages. In advance of the storm, the energy company is strategically prepositioning equipment and line and tree crews across the state – including hundreds of additional out-of-state crews – so they’re ready to respond quickly and safely to any storm-related outages. “We’ve had a close eye on this storm since the beginning of the…

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Shelton News: Serious Crash Discovered

Jan 27, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

State Police UPDATE: On Thursday, January 27, 2022, the State Police began investigating a double fatal motor vehicle crash, reported on the Route 8 northbound on-ramp from Old Stratford Road (Exit 12) in Shelton. The involved vehicle was identified as a 2002 Honda Accord. The vehicle occupants have been identified as: Jose Rosario, DOB 07/13/1989, of 59 Price Street, Bridgeport, CT Raul Calderon, DOB 04/15/1988, of 69 Harrison Road, North Branford, CT The facts and circumstances surrounding this motor vehicle accident remain under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Central District Major Crimes at 860-706-5652 or the C.A.R.S. unit at 860-706-5653. 2022-010-27-@11:38am-- #Shelton CT--#cttraffic-- Emergency personnel received a call from a passerby that there was a car down…

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American Red Cross Has Safety Reminders Ahead of Winter Weather

Jan 27, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

  Connecticut is expecting some potential substantial winter weather Friday night into Saturday, with parts of the state expected to see significant heavy snow, strong winds and some possible coastal flooding. The American Red Cross wants to remind everyone to prepare in anticipation of the upcoming storm. Below are some tips on preparing for a winter storm. We ask folks to keep this information handy to be prepared throughout the winter season.  WHAT YOU SHOULD DO  Assemble an emergency preparedness kit: Pack a winter-specific supply kit that includes a warm coat, hat, mittens or gloves, and water-resistant boots, along with extra blankets and extra warm clothing for each family member. Sand or non-clumping cat litter is good to have on hand to help make walkways or steps less slippery. Additionally, make…

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Norwalk News: Person Shot

Jan 26, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

Police UPDATE: On January 26, 2022, at 10:18 p.m., Norwalk Combined Dispatch received multiple 911 callsreporting that gun shots were heard in the area of West Cedar Street and Price Avenue. Aheavy response of police officers rushed to the area. A gunshot victim was located andtransported to Norwalk Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Shell casings were located inthe immediate area. The Detective Bureau responded to the scene and assumed theinvestigation.The victim has since been released from the hospital. This investigation is active at this time.The Norwalk Police Department Investigative Division is asking anyone with information tocome forward and contact the lead investigator, Detective Lindsey Taylor, who can be reachedby telephone at 203-854-3183, or email at ltaylor@norwalkct.org. Anonymous information maybe provided in…

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