#Bridgeport CT–Due to State Regulations for “Marine Bathing” water needs to be tested after heavy rains.
Seaside Park Beach, Seabright Ave, and Lake Forest are closed 7/9/2021-7/12/2021 and re-opening on 7/13/2021.
Residents are permitted on sand, however entering water is not permissible.
In other words, if you want to go swimming in the sound with a Marine you still have to wait for the waters to be tested.
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#Bridgeport News: This morning, Giovanni Ramos (ODB: 4/7/2000 of 978 Howard Avenue) surrendered himself to Detective Cintron to face charges for the June 30th shooting death of John Patrick. Detective Cintron, who investigated the case, obtained an arrest warrant for Ramos charging him with Manslaughter in the Second Degree, Theft of a Firearm, Tampering with Evidence, Reckless Endangerment in the First Degree, Carrying a Pistol without a Permit, and Use of a Firearm in an A, B, or C Felony. His is being held on a $100,000 bond.
2021-07-09@9:49am–#Westport CT– Loud explosion’s have been heard at the substation at Compo Road South. Unknown if the power is out.
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2021-07-09@9:29pm–#Bridgeport CT– A car has hit Dollar General at 577 Fairfield Avenue. Damage is minor but building inspector still requested toe the scene.
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut emergency management officials are reminding Connecticut residents that with the height of hurricane season just around the corner, they should take the steps necessary to prepare for any type of severe weather that may impact the state. The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to November 30, with the principal threat period for Connecticut occurring between mid-August and mid-October.
The Connecticut Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security has issued a memo to their counterparts at the municipal level with guidance for the 2021 hurricane season.
“It’s never too early to make sure you and your family are prepared for natural disasters,” Governor Lamont said. “Hurricane season is part of our reality in New England, and we’re doing everything we can to ensure our residents stay safe, including reminding everyone about the steps they can take to protect themselves, such as making an emergency plan and pulling together emergency kits. A few small steps like these can go a long way, and save you time in the event that you need to act quickly.”
Governor Lamont is also encouraging residents to download the state’s CTPrepares app for their mobile devices. The app, which can be downloaded at no charge from the Apple iTunes store and the Google Play store, provides Connecticut residents with information that is useful in emergency situations, and also gives preparedness tips in advance of an emergency.
“Emergency management is constantly evolving as we train, exercise, and prepare for the next storm,” Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Commissioner James C. Rovella said. “So as summer and fall approach, now is the time for residents and business owners to prepare for severe weather, including tropical storms and hurricanes. Staying informed by listening to trusted news and weather sources, knowing where your local shelters are, and knowing your evacuation zone will help you make important decisions to keep you and your family safe should a storm impact the state.”
“As Connecticut has reopened and we are recovering from the effects of COVID-19, we shouldn’t lose sight of hurricane season and doing all that we can to protect our property and loved ones,” Connecticut Insurance Department Commissioner Andrew N. Mais said. “Taking precautions and adequately preparing before catastrophe strikes is essential.”
Commissioner Mais says policyholders should discuss with their agent, broker, or insurance company if their current insurance coverage is still appropriate and adequate. In addition, consumers should take this time to make sure they fully understand their policy’s deductibles, including hurricane deductibles or voluntary wind deductibles. Commissioner Mais also remind residents that damage from flooding is excluded from homeowners, condo, and renters insurance, but separate policies can be purchased from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) or a private insurer with a standard 30-day waiting period. The Connecticut Insurance Department recommends consumers work with their insurance agent to compare quotes from both the NFIP and from privately owned insurance companies to make financially-sound choices on how to better manage their flood risk.
The following list includes some hurricane preparedness tips for residents:
Recommended items to include in a basic emergency supply kit
Family emergency plan
Protecting your possessions
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2021-07-08@12:15PMish– #Bridgeport CT– Viewers reported to me that there was a home invasion on Jewett Avenue near Peet Street. An elderly woman was followed home and the home invader forced his was in to her home by an armed suspect. The suspected got away on foot with nothing for his troubles. This is the type of warning along with other crimes of opportunity until Mayor Ganim took the access to the Bridgeport Police radio access away from the press, giving the illusion of a crime free city
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2021-07-08@2:24pm– #Bridgeport CT– A painter fell from a ladder on Park Terrace. EMS and firefighters on the scene.
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Bridgeport, CT – City of Bridgeport advises residents that the Newfield boat ramp located at 421 Seaview Avenue will be temporarily closed until further notice for safety concerns.
City Engineer Jon Urquidi stated, “There is heavy rutting and visible holes in the Newfield ramp pavement. The goal is to have our paving contractor resurface this ramp within the next few weeks. Until then, there are two boat ramps that will continue to operate within City limits.”
The following two boat ramps will still be available:
The Department of Public Facilities and contractors will make repairs at the Newfield ramp for temporary access and estimate that the ramp will be safe for a reopening by Labor Day weekend. The schedule for work on the Newfield boat ramp will be determined by the contractor’s availability of special machinery and tools required to complete the repairs. Additional work will need to be done in the future to reconstruct the surface.
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2021-07-07@9:11pm–#Trumbull CT– A pedestrian was struck on Gorham Place (off Main Street by the mall) and police are looking for a green sedan with a missing bumper. It does not sound like the pedestrian was too badly injured.
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