Route 8 Crash!
Report of a motor vehicle accident on Route 8 South by Exit 1 in Bridgeport. There is 1 lane open at this time.
Fatal Crash at Broad & Elm: 71-Year-Old Driver Dies After Striking Pole
At about 12:44 p.m. on Sept. 20, 2025, Bridgeport EOC received multiple 911 calls for a crash at Broad St. and Elm St. involving a black vehicle into a pole with airbags deployed and an unresponsive male. AMR, Bridgeport Fire Engine 1, and Bridgeport Police responded; first responders provided immediate medical aid and transported the driver to St. Vincent’s Medical Center with serious injuries. The scene was secured and the Serious Crash Investigation Unit responded. Preliminary investigation indicates 71-year-old Robert Knuckles of Bridgeport was traveling north on Broad Street in a 2020 Acura RLX when he struck a concrete post at the intersection; he was pronounced deceased at 1:20 p.m. The Bridgeport Police Department offered condolences to Mr. Knuckles’ family…
Highway Crash!
Report of a motor vehicle accident involving a motor cycle on Route 8 North by exit 1.
8/25 Crash
A crash on Route 8/25 northbound. One guess where it is.... 2025-09-20@5:47pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Bridgeport Firefighters Rescue Two Victims from Early Morning Blaze
Bridgeport, CT – At approximately 1:05 a.m., the Bridgeport Fire Department was dispatched to the 100 block of Bick Terrace for a reported structure fire. Fire units arrived to find a working fire with members of the Bridgeport Police Department already removing one victim from the building. Firefighters launched an aggressive attack, and during a primary search, Ladder 5 located a second victim inside. Both victims were transported by AMR to St. Vincent’s Hospital for treatment. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes. The cause of the blaze is under investigation by the Bridgeport Fire Marshal’s Office.
Pedestrian Struck!
https://youtube.com/shorts/gjXTVPOOZWg Report of a pedestrian struck around the 1500 block of Park Ave. First responders on scene arrived and brought one to the hospital with traumatic injuries according to unconfirmed radio reports.
Senator Tony Hwang Vows to Remain Engaged Until Fairness and Transparency Prevail in Utility Siting Decisions
BRIDGEPORT, CT – At a press conference in Bridgeport, State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) once again reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the residents of Fairfield, Southport, and Bridgeport in the ongoing fight for fairness, transparency, social and environmental justice in utility infrastructure siting. Alongside local residents, faith leaders, and community advocates, Senator Hwang underscored that this issue remains top-of-mind and one of his priorities in representing Fairfield and Southport. “Once again, I stand with all of you, and I want to make it absolutely clear: I will be at every meeting, every discussion, and every critical step of the way until this issue is transparently and equitably resolved,” Senator Hwang declared. “This is not a one-time effort, this is a…
Another “Uber on Water” Rescue at Seaside Park
Bridgeport firefighters once again had their fireboats playing Uber at Seaside Park —this time rescuing two people stuck on the rocks. If it feels familiar, that’s because there was another rescue there on August 21st. 2025-00-18@8:18pm-- #Bridgeport CT
House Fire
Bridgeport Firefighters quickly extinguish a fire on the exterior of a home on Woodside Avenue. 2025-09-18@4:44pm -- #Bridgeport CT #ctfire
Water Infrastructure Work Taking Place in Bridgeport
Water Main Replacement Project Starting This Week Bridgeport, CONN. –September 17th, 2025 – Aquarion Water Company continues to perform essential work on infrastructure necessary to ensure continued system reliability. Water main replacement projects are scheduled to begin this week on Clarkson St, Coutland Ave, Gilman St, Jetland Pl, Jetland St, Livingston St, Montgomery St, Mountford St, and Newton St in Bridgeport, CT. The project is expected to be completed in Spring 2026. Final paving will then be scheduled in coordination with the Town of Bridgeport. The project, which will replace approximately 4,900 feet of water main, is part of an ongoing program to improve Aquarion’s water distribution system and to ensure the highest quality water. The infrastructure upgrades will also help…