Bridgeport

BB Gun Shootings

First responders were called to Helen and Barnum Avenue for a person shot. It turned out they were shot by a BB gun. About twenty minutes later first responders were called to the McDonald's on Fairfield Avenue for someone shot with a BB gun. Now someone shot in the head with a BB gun at Hadley and Goddard Street.

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Bridgeport Structure Fire

On July 13th 2024 at 4:38PM Firefighters responded to a fire at the abandoned building at the 1200 block of Railroad Avenue. Firefighters made their way into the building and found a large rubbish fire. They were able to knock down the fire, which extended through the second and third floors, though it was mostly contained to the interior. EMS is sending additional units to help with dehydrated firefighters.

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Mayor Ganim and The City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Activate Cooling Center Protocol from 12:00 PM July 14, 2024 Until 8:00 PM July 17, 2024

Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers during normal business hours. Residents may utilize any of the locations listed below to seek shelter during periods of heat and increased health risk for those who have asthma. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during the heat. Homeless communities may also visit shelters to seek refuge during the air quality advisory by calling 211. Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective 12:00 p.m. Sunday , July 14, 2024, and remaining in effect through 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Cooling Centers: Senior Centers (Open weekdays only) Black Rock Senior…

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