Storm Flooding and Possible Outages
STORM ALERT Sept. 5: Due to the inclement weather that will be moving into the lower Fairfield County area in the next 48 hours, there is every possibility that storm-like conditions will bring heavy rains, local flooding and possible power outages. As rains occur and become heavier at times, Greenwich residents are advised to keep the phone numbers listed below handy, listen to local news radio (WGCH 1490AM) and utilize information on this web site for additional information. The Town may also send a recorded message to your home through the new emergency information system.
Important Phone Numbers:
GREENWICH EMERGENCY DISASTER PHONE NUMBER - 866-245-4260; this number is in service ONLY during emergencies. If called, you will hear a recorded message.
TO REPORT ONLY EMERGENCIES - For all Police, Fire and EMS emergencies, dial 911.
The following information has been assembled for the general public:
EMERGENCY SUPPLIES
Candles, flashlights and battery-powered radios
First Aid Items: bandages, blankets, First Aid handbook and all special medicines
A supply of non-perishable goods that require no cooking or refrigeration and a can opener
A minimum of one-gallon of water per person a day
Materials such as wire, rope, chlorine disinfectant, fire extinguishers, extra blankets, lumber and sandbags
Click here for the full press release with more information.
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