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2020-08-07@7:00pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- A rollover accident reported with injuries on I-95 southbound at the Exit 18 off-ramp. CPR is in progress according to fire radio reports. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_82873" align="aligncenter" width="1125"] Visit Perez Tires Website:https://www.pereztirecenter.com/[/caption]
Westport, CT – Town administration has issued the following updates and progress report: The percentage of Eversource customers currently without power is 85%. Eversource has deployed its make safe crew as of 6am this morning, so progress is expected on blocked roadways. DPW has initiated the clean-up of trees and debris and many previously impassable roads are now clear. Emergency access is prioritized. Police are aware of the signal light outages at high traffic intersections and are making efforts to monitor them as power continues to be restored. Temporary signage and other warning devices have been deployed as equipment inventory allows in the areas determined to be of greatest need. However, please understand that the Police Department cannot safely or effectively…
2020-08-04@6:40pm--#Westport Ct-- Firefighters reporting their work is being impeded by Sightseers and request that everyone stay home unless absolutely necessary. This news report is made possible by:
2020-08-04@1:20pm--#Westport News: The winds are picking up in Westport now. A report of a tree ontop of a car at Wilton Road and Kings Highway N. The driver was able to get out of the car safely, with no electrical wires involved. Another incident on Otter Road with a tree into a home. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_83788" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/[/caption]
Westport, CT – First Selectman Jim Marpe issued the following statement today: As we enter a new month of restrictions and regulations designed to keep ourselves and others safe, it is understandable that some are experiencing “Covid fatigue,” and perhaps are becoming too relaxed in abiding by public health requirements. Westport needs to remain vigilant. We must all maintain social distancing, not gather in large groups, practice diligent hand washing, and continue to be responsible by wearing a face covering whenever leaving our homes. This is especially important during the summer months when we are drawn outside to exercise, shop, dine outdoors and go to the beach. Wearing a face covering and wearing it properly over both the nose and…
2020-08-01@12:27am--#Westport CT-- Audi Driver Assistance System alerted police of a rollover accident with one of their vehicles at the Longshore Golf Course at 260 Compo Rd S. Police located the car near the 9th hole. The driver was nowhere to be found. This news report is made possible by:
#Westport, CT — Over the past decade, distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of vehicle crashes on our nation’s roads. The Westport Police Department is encouraging drivers to put down the phone and remember: U Drive. U Text. U Pay. In support of August’s National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Westport Police Department will partner with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration from August 1 to August 30, 2020, for the national U Drive. U Text. U Pay. high-visibility enforcement effort. The goal of the campaign is to step up enforcement efforts to catch distracted, texting drivers, and enforce distracted-driving laws. According to NHTSA, between 2012 and 2018, nearly 23,000 people died…
Westport, CT – Residents are reminded once again that weekend traffic and possible overcrowding at town beaches may result in early closure. In an abundance of caution and to ensure public health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the beach reaches a capacity where it is deemed impossible to maintain social distancing, it will be closed to additional beachgoers. Signage at key intersections on local roadways will inform drivers if the beach is closed, and traffic will be diverted from the area. Drop-offs and parking on local streets to avoid the parking lots will not be allowed. Residents who wish to spend the day at the beach are advised to arrive before 10 am. If the beach closes, it…
2020-07-18@5:55pm--#Westport CT--Report of a person being pulled from the water at East Beach at Sherwood Island State Park. Initial reports say the person was breathing but not conscious. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_80764" align="aligncenter" width="1656"] Visit Jack's website at:http://johnrodicanhomes.com/[/caption]
Westport, CT - Due to the impending extreme heat forecasted for this coming weekend, increased vehicular and pedestrian traffic is anticipated at Westport beaches. In an abundance of caution and to insure public health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the beach reaches a capacity where it is deemed impossible to maintain social distancing, it will be closed to additional beachgoers. Signage at key intersections on local roadways will inform drivers if the beach is closed, and traffic will be diverted from the area. Drop offs will not be allowed. Experience shows that these types of crowded conditions are observed starting from mid to late mornings. We advise those residents who wish to spend the day at the beach…