5:07pm–#New Canaan CT–#cttraffic–Crash on the Merritt Parkway northbound between exits 37 and 38.
Fire in Norwalk
12:02pm–#Norwalk CT–Firefighters battled a fire in the basement of 43 East Avenue. Primary searches for humans turn up negative, they did got back in for a bird and a cat. They are still finding hot spots that extended into the building an hour later. Power secured to the building but now challenged with solar panels on the roof.
Shots fired
11:25pm–#Bridgeport CT–Police are investigating shots fired at a person on Eaton Street. About 5-6 shots were fired but it does not sound like anyone or anything has been hit. The shooter fled on foot.
Today’s Car Fire
8:40pm–#Fairfield CT–Today’s car fire was hosted by Fairfield on Wormwood Road, the car was fully involved when firefighters arrived.
Structure fire in Bridgeport
3:31pm–#Bridgeport CT– Report of a structure fire at 45 Washington Place in Bridgeport.
Student with alcohol
12:33pm-#Bridgeport CT–Police were called to Curiale School at 300 Laurel Avenue for a student caught with alcohol in his possession.
Attempted arson
11:35am–#Bridgeport–Police, firefighters and EMS on the way to the 1100 block of Park Avenue to investigate possible arson. A man attempted to set the home on fire, the fire is now out but the homeowner has burns on their hand. The responsible fled in a black Audi.
Check your car if you park on Frank Street
10:33pm–#Bridgeport CT–Check your car if you park on Frank Street. A maroon min-van just hit a bunch of parked cars and fled.
Notice from Mayor Finch on Monday commute
City to Shift Its Staff Start Time up One Hour; Mayor Finch Urging Employers to Follow City’s Lead
Water Street Closed Until Further Notice for Bus Staging
BRIDGEPORT, CT (May 19, 2013) – Mayor Bill Finch announced today that the City of Bridgeport is asking its office staff to report to work an hour earlier on Monday in an effort to help alleviate the road congestion that is expected as a result of the train derailment that occurred on May 17.
“The roads in the Bridgeport metro area are some of the most congested in the country. Following Friday night’s train incident, we can expect an even greater number of cars on these roads. We know that Monday morning’s commute is going to be very challenging. The City is making an effort to help alleviate this congestion by asking our staff to report to work one hour earlier,” said Mayor Finch. “I am urging other employers in our area to make similar shifts to help take some cars off of the road during rush hour.”
In addition to shifting the City’s staff start time up one hour, Mayor Finch also encourages commuters to carpool and use secondary roads to avoid the highway system. Mayor Finch also reiterated Governor Malloy’s recommendation, encouraging residents, if possible, to avoid driving all together and work from home.
“There are going to be significant travel delays until the trains get back online, running as normal,” said Mayor Finch. “We are asking for patience and cooperation from residents and employers during this challenging time.”
On Sunday evening the Connecticut Department of Transportation and Metro-North Railroad released their commuter plan for Monday, May 20 and until further notice. That plan, which can be found at http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?A=1373&Q=524974, includes shuttle bus services in Bridgeport. As a result of the high number of buses coming and going in Bridgeport, Police Chief Joseph Gaudett announced that Water Street between Stratford Avenue and Main Street will be closed to through traffic.
Bridgeport Police Officers will be on site to help facilitate traffic in this area. Mayor Finch encourages drivers to listen to their local radio traffic reports to stay informed. For train schedule information, please refer to the schedules page at www.mta.info or the Connecticut DOT website, www.ct.gov/dot.
The City has requested additional resources from the State for assistance during this time.
Stove fire
10:08pm–#Fairfield CT–Firefighters on scene at 906 Valley Road for a stove fire which is now out. Firefighters ventilating the house. Better call Marsillio’s next!