2020-08-05 #Weston CT– #ctfire– Weston fire is requesting mutual aid from surrounding towns for a fire in one of their buildings at 56 Norfield Road, which comes back to the fire marshal’s office on Google maps. However they are directing the firefighting equipment closer to the town hall area. I have a couple people on the way to file a report for us.
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I amham a LOT of calls across the area for high carbon monoxide due to poor or no ventilation. Do NOT leave the generator in a garage or any enclosed area. Make sure the generator is far enough from your home for proper ventilation!!
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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.
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It you ignored that 860 phone call like I did, here is what it said:
The Town of Fairfield’s Fire, Police and Public Works departments are working to respond to hazardous conditions; wires and downed trees, closed roads and damaged structures.
There are hundreds of locations with trees and wires in roadways.
As of 5:30pm Tuesday afternoon 63% of UI customers in Fairfield are without power. Residents are advised for stay off the roads to allow for emergency response and cleanup efforts.
Please Dial 911 for Emergencies only!
We are working closely with UI to respond to hazardous locations and begin power restoration. There are currently 3 UI crews working in town.
Residents without power should report those outages directly to UI at (800) 722-5584 or UINET.com
For Town of Fairfield updates please check the Town of Fairfield web page at www.fairfieldct.org or the Town’s Facebook page
Please be careful and stay safe.
2020-08-04@1:47pm–#Bridgeport CT– #cttraffic– There is a jackknifed tractor-trailer on I-95 southbound near exit 27A in the left lane.
2020-08-04@1:31pm–#Norwalk CT– Report of a utility pole down and on fire on Carlton Court.
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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.
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Westport, CT – First Selectman Jim Marpe and the Emergency Management Team released the following message in preparation for the arrival of Tropical Storm Isaias.
Tropical Storm Isaias will enter Westport this afternoon, bringing very gusty winds and heavy rain. Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Robert Yost urges, “Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid travel until the storm passes. Plan to be home by NOON today as the storm is speeding up. Review your Pre-Storm Checklist and prepare your home. We are expecting damaging winds and flooding.”
Tornado Watch:
There is a high risk for at least a few weak tornadoes according to the Storm Prediction Center. A tornado watch has been issued for our area. Seek shelter and avoid traveling once rain and winds start.
Heavy Rain:
The storm will be accompanied by heavy rain of 1” – 3” and flooding is possible. Minor coastal flooding is expected, which may inundate a few low lying coastal roads with wave splash over. Do not walk or drive through floodwaters. Never attempt to drive on or through a flooded road. If your building floods, move to a higher floor but do not enter a closed attic.
Widespread Power and Tree Issues with gusts to 70 MPH:
Downed power lines can be deadly. Always assume that they are live and avoid going near them or anything in contact with them.
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STRATFORD – The Town of Stratford’s new dog park will open for the first time on Saturday, Aug. 8, and the public is invited to a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 10 a.m. co-hosted by the Town and Friends of Jared’s Dog Park. The park is located in Roosevelt Forest at 700 Peters Lane.
The much-anticipated dog park, the first for Stratford, is one-and-a-half acres of fenced natural landscape for dogs to run free, exercise, play and socialize. It features water fountains and small obstacles for the dogs and benches for the dog owners. The open space is split into two areas — a half-acre for smaller dogs and a full acre for larger dogs.
“Jared’s Dog Park is a wonderful new asset for our residents,” said Stratford Mayor Laura R. Hoydick, and a perfect way to remember a young man who set an example for all to follow as a community volunteer. “I am personally grateful to the Town Council, the Levine family and The Friends of Jared’s Dog Park for working together to make the dog park a reality.”
Jared’s Dog Park is named after Stratford resident Jared Levine, an active youth, community volunteer and Bunnell High School graduate who died in 2016 at the age of 36 following complications from being hit by a drunk driver.
The park is a public-private partnership between the Town of Stratford and The Friends of Jared’s Dog Park, a 501(c)3 created by the Stratford Dog Park Action Committee and Jared’s parents, Robert and Karen Levine, to promote, facilitate and support the park’s creation and operation. Through the partnership the Town has dedicated the space in Roosevelt Forest for the dog park, and private donations, including support from the Mayor’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament, were used to build the park and will cover ongoing maintenance costs.
Getting the dog park to become a reality “has been a labor of love,” according to Robert Levine. “Jared is smiling as he is looking down at us.”
As part of Roosevelt Forest and the Town’s park system, Jared’s Dog Park is for Stratford residents, and the open hours are from dawn to dusk. Roosevelt Forest consists of 400 acres of natural preserve with walking / cross-country skiing trails, playgrounds, picnic tables, picnic shelters, and cooking pits.
Supporters
Among the many supporters of the dog park project are Friends of Short Beach, Mellow Monkey Gifts and Home Decor, Sterling House Community Center, Stratford Animal Hospital, R. Piro Electric, Gallagher Pump, and local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts troops. Additional sponsors are named on signage around the park.
For information about making a donation to support the dog park, email JaredsDogPark@gmail.com or visit jaredsdogpark.com.
About Jared
A resident of Stratford, Jared Levine attended Chapel Street School, Flood Middle School and graduated from Bunnell High School. He was a member of Cub Scout Pack 177, Boy Scout Troop 177, Stratford PAL, Explorer Post 4911, and he became one of the youngest members of Stratford EMS. Jared also volunteered at the Audubon Society, Nichols Fire Dept and Trumbull Animal Group.
According to his family, Jared’s happiest days were spent walking the trails in Roosevelt Forest with his adopted dogs.
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The Connecticut Green Bank is offering flexible repayment options to new borrowers who use its Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing to make energy-saving improvements. C-PACE is an innovative program that helps commercial, industrial, and non-profit property owners access affordable, long-term financing for qualifying energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades. The projects are repaid through a voluntary assessment on the building owner’s property tax bill.
The Green Bank has designed these new repayment options in order to provide relief to property owners impacted by COVID-19. The repayment options will provide borrowers with immediately increased cashflow by significantly reducing operating expenses in the near term and deferring all or a portion of payments until later. Building owners will also enjoy the long-term benefits of energy efficiency or renewable energy projects (like HVAC improvements or solar PV). The Green Bank also hopes that these options will support its contractor community, which has been significantly impacted by COVID-19, in generating more leads and completing more projects.
New borrowers will have the option of:
· Deferring their first two payments on a new C-PACE assessment.
· Making interest-only payments for up to three years on a new C-PACE assessment.
With businesses facing unprecedented challenges and tighter margins, this increased cash flow could provide significant relief for businesses, who will also enjoy the long-term benefits of C-PACE (including a more modern, efficient, and cost-effective building) once their position has improved.
The Green Bank’s programs support job growth and economic development in Connecticut while also benefiting individuals, businesses, and the State as a whole. The Green Bank believes that by investing in the green economy, we can not only get Connecticut “back to normal,” but we can build cleaner, greener and more resilient communities where businesses and people flourish. Together, we can create a better more prosperous future for Connecticut. For more information, please visit: www.cpace.com/offer
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