LIVE UPDATES: Connecticut residents brace for high winds, heavy rain as nor'easter takes aim
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Westport braces for another round of weekend weather
Sept. 25, 6:14 p.m.
News 12's John Craven spoke to Westport officials and residents who are bracing for downed trees and power outages in this weekend’s nor’easter – just two weeks after flash flooding inundated the town.
Bridgeport officials prepare for storm
Sept. 25, 6:14 p.m.
News 12's Frank Recchia spoke to Bridgeport officials on how they are handling the storm.
Gov. Lamont orders activation of the Connecticut Emergency Operations Center
Sept. 25, 6:11 p.m.
Gov. Ned Lamont has ordered an activation of the Connecticut Emergency Operations Center (EOC) ahead of the nor’easter that is anticipated to deliver heavy rain and strong winds across the state.
The EOC will enter enhanced monitoring mode effective at 10 p.m. Friday. It will then enter a partial activation mode effective at 7 a.m. Saturday, with state agency staff and partner liaisons providing in-person support. The EOC will remain activated 24/7 throughout the duration of the storm.
To sign up for the state’s CT Alert notification system, visit ct.gov/ctalert.
For emergency management news and resources, visit the state’s CTPrepares website at ct.gov/ctprepares.
For updates on any incidents that may be impacting state roads and highways, visit CTroads.org.
WEEKEND NOR'EASTER: What to Know About the Storm | NY, NJ & CT Forecast
Sept. 25, 5:45 p.m.
Gov. Lamont gives updates on weekend's nor'easter storm
Sept. 25, 12:59 p.m.
Gov. Ned Lamont reiterates advisories and warnings for Connecticut in a post on X.
He says to be aware of a wind advisory for all of Connecticut until early Sunday morning, a coastal flood warning for Fairfield and New Haven counties from 6 p.m. today until 6 p.m. Sunday and a coastal flood advisory for Middlesex and New London counties from 6 p.m. today until 6 p.m. Sunday.
"The intensity depends on the track of the storm, and as the forecast develops, I am encouraging everyone to stay alert for continued updates throughout this weekend," Lamont says.
He warns residents to never attempt to drive through a flooded road.
The Greenwich Police Department also shared a reminder for residents to prepare for the nor'easter earlier today.
They say to expect downed trees, downed power lines, power outages and hazardous travel conditions.
Family Nature Day canceled
Sept. 25, 11:30 a.m.
The White Memorial Conservation Center has canceled its 44th annual Family Nature Day scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, in Litchfield due to dangerous wind conditions; the Nature Museum will be open free of charge from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MTA prepares to maintain safe, reliable service ahead of nor’easter
Sept. 25, 11:30 a.m.
New York City travel systems will focus on maintaining safety and reliability throughout the nor’easter this weekend.
MTA CEO Janno Lieber says all agencies will have teams evaluate weather issues in real-time.
Wind is the biggest concern for the storm, especially after downed powerlines disrupted LIRR service on Wednesday.
PSEG and LIPA leadership will be diligent and address any issues as they arise.
Lieber says MTA crews have been deployed at strategic locations so they can respond quickly and efficiently.
Empty tractor trailers and tandem trucks will also be banned from MTA bridges and tunnels starting at midnight.
Lieber also said the city’s bus command center is fully staffed throughout the weekend. Reroute plans will allow the system to continue running despite possible flooding.
Fairfield flooding
Sept. 25, 11:24 a.m.
Fairfield Emergency Management is monitoring the nor'easter expected this weekend and warns flooding may occur along the coast and near rivers, especially at high tides at 11:54 p.m. Saturday, 12:09 p.m. Sunday, 12:36 a.m. Monday and 12:49 p.m. Monday; residents who experience recurrent flooding should consider moving cars to the Fairfield Train Station lot at 165 Unquowa Road (southbound side), where parking restrictions are waived during storm emergencies.
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AAA shares key nor’easter safety tips as homeowners prepare for strong winds and heavy rain
Sept. 25, 8:26 a.m.
Tips on keeping safe during the nor'easter
Event Cancellation
Sept. 25, 7:26 a.m.
Friday's Hope on the Green – Pink Pledge Kickoff event in Fairfield has been canceled.
Strong winds and heavy rain threat has Fairfield officials urging storm preparations now
Sept. 25, 7:03 a.m.
Some ferries between New London, CT and Orient canceled ahead of nor’easter
Sept. 24, 12:38 p.m.
The cancellations affect service between New London and Orient Point.
