Stratford

I-95 Shutdown, Bridgeport Back Roads Backing Up

3:03pm--#Bridgeport CT--#Stratford CT--#cttraffic--I was just at 1406 State Street at Copy Break and traffic was already backing up due to the I-95 closure in Stratofrd.  I even tried North Avenue but it was the same, heavy traffic heading northbound. Why not plan on having a relaxing dinner at Taco Loco at 3170 Fairfield Avenue and wait it out? They have have $5 Karma Shots and Sangria's!  Plenty of juicy steaks entrees; Steak Chimichurri, Steak Ranchero and Steak Chipotle, but we also have delicious meatless entrees for Lent! Try our Shrimp and Scallop Enchiladas or our Spinach and Shrimp Quesadillas! Check our menu at www.tacoloco.com

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Stratford News: Minor Fire On Minor Avenue

1:34pm--#Stratford CT-- It was a busy afternoon for first responders in Stratford.  First an oil truck rolled over at Broadbridge Avenue and Second Hill Lane causing a hazmat situation.  Mutual aid from area towns were called to back fill the emptied fire station attending to the hazamat. A short time later firefighters were called to Minor Avenue for a garage fire, the garage is attached to the home.  The fire was minor and the homeowner had the fire pretty much out when  firefighters arrived.  Firefighters checked for extensions.  The radio was busy with procedure protocol if this was a larger fire that would have required more assistance from surrounding towns.  Fortunately it was not needed.

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