Chopsey Hill Rd Closed
A crash has closed Chopsey Hill near the Route 8/25 on-ramp due to a downed utility pole. 2024-10-17@10:07pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic
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A crash has closed Chopsey Hill near the Route 8/25 on-ramp due to a downed utility pole. 2024-10-17@10:07pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic
Police said in a statement that they received a notification of a motor vehicle accident at Waldemere Ave. and Atlantic St. which resulted in a double fatality.This is an active investigation as we are trying to contact the next of kin for these victims. No further information at this time. From the Bridgeport Police:On October 17, 2024, at approximately 0105 hours, the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received a call for a single motorcycle collision at the intersection of Waldemere Avenue and Atlantic Street. The caller reported seeing an unresponsive male lying in the grass with a motorcycle next to him. Bridgeport Fire Engine 3, American Medical Response (AMR), and Bridgeport Police Officers were dispatched to the location. Upon arrival, a…
Police are investigating an assault which occurred at the 700 block of Clermont Avenue in Bridgeport. There is no further details at this time.
Police UPDATE: On October 14, 2024, at approximately 10:33pm, the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received several calls for a pedestrian being stuck by a black Honda sedan. The callers stated the collision/evading occurred at the intersection of Chopsey Hill Road and the entrance to Route 8/25 north. Bridgeport Fire Engine 15, American Medical Response (AMR), and Bridgeport Police Officers were dispatched to the location. Upon arrival, a male pedestrian was observed lying in the intersection and appeared to be in critical condition. The male received medical attention, and he was transported to St. Vincent’s Medical Center. The scene was secured, and the Bridgeport Serious Crash Investigation Team was requested and arrived on scene. After a preliminary investigation, it was determined…
Report of a pedestrian struck at the intersection of Noble ave and Ogden street. First responders are on their way and there is no further details at this time.
Bridgeport Firefighters were called to a home in the 170 block of Hawley Avenue for a refrigerant leak from a refrigerator in the basement leaving a strong odor of ammonia according in the home. The Hazmat team and the Department of Environmental Protections were called to the scene as refrigerants can be toxic and cause poisoning if inhaled. . Refrigerants can be flammable and create an explosive atmosphere. 2024-10-14@11:06am--#Bridgeport CT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qh_9NWbZJ7w While driving to the Fallen Heroes event in Prospect, I couldn't help but notice a series of renamed exits along the highway. Curious about the changes, I decided to ask Senator Tony Hwang, who was also attending the event, for some insight.Senator Hwang explained that Connecticut is transitioning its highway exit numbers to align with the mile-marker system used across the country. This update is designed to improve consistency and make it easier for drivers to navigate using GPS systems. Instead of the traditional sequential numbering, the new system will reflect the number of miles from the state border, helping drivers better understand distances and locations.Senator Hwang acknowledged that the change is causing some confusion, but assured me that…
Today's Vehicle Fire is at the 100 block of Pond Street in Bridgeport. First responders are on their way, there is no further information at this time.
Report of a motor vehicle accident on Route 8 exit 8 Southbound.
A pedestrian was struck at State and Middle Street according to unconfirmed reports. Attention was being paid to the dumpsters parked in the roadway. 2024-10-10@10:10am #Bridgeport CT--