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Hurricane Ian: What you need to know & how to help.

Our iHeartRadio friend Munchie, Vice President Digital Programming - Florida and on air talent, shares some insight on the preparations Florida is making for Hurricane Ian. We have links and info in both English and Spanish. The airports are starting to feel the effects of Ian with cancellations in Connecticut and Florida. Please continue to scroll for important info and updates.

NOTE: The below conversation happened on Thursday 11am am. We will follow up with Munchie as the need progresses.

If you have connections in Florida, (family, friends, coworkers, business), the below links will get you the latest updates.

WFLANEWS.com/storm

WFLANEWS.com/listen

Accion979.com

Accion979.com/listen 

Florida Prepares To Clean Up After Ian: As the sun comes up today in Florida, damage assessment is stalled due to flooding and damage. But, a portion of the bridge leading in and out of Sanibel Island, Florida is now in the Gulf of Mexico. A dramatic picture from Tampa Bay Times photojournalist Douglas R. Clifford shows a portion of the Sanibel Causeway wiped out by Hurricane Ian. The bridge is the only way on and off the island. No official death toll has been reported, however, numbers could start to come in at any moment. One county is bracing for up to 100 deaths, according to a sheriff. Over two-and-a-half million Floridians are without power so far today with 30-thousand linemen being deployed to work on downed lines. Ian was downgraded to a tropical storm early this morning, but is still producing severe flooding across Central and Northeast Florida, and up the coast into Georgia and the Carolinas.

CONNECTICUT TRAVEL UPDATES

FLIGHT INFO: FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS - link will be periodically updated.

Train Stations/schedules - 

DOT/Dept of Rails

Hartford Train Station

New Haven Train Station

Shoreline East Stations

Metro North/New Haven

Follow the National Hurricane Center and Central Pacific Hurricane Center HERE for the latest updates on Ian.

State & Federal Disaster Emergency Service Resources

Connecticut Hurricane Season: Everything you need to know! Here in Connecticut peak season is NOW through October! Please make sure your home is prepared for both people AND pets! This blog will give you some great tips on how to prepare with pantry items, medication, water and where to go if you cannot stay in your home.

Have at least 3 days of supplies and at least a gallon of water per day! Connecticut is preparing right now as we enter the height of Atlantic Hurricane season.

2-1-1 eLibrary papers:

Dept. of Emergency Services & Public Protection- 860-256-0800

Department of Transportation- 860-594-2000

Connecticut 211- 1-800-203-1234

GET NOTIFIED:Sign up with www.CTAlert.govto receive any emergency information sent out in your town.

MORE TIPS CLICK HERE

STATEWIDE UPDATES Click Here Governor Lamont direct page/press conference schedules and statewide alerts.

CT CHAPTER OF THE RED CROSS Safety Tips from the American Red Cross CLICK HERE

CANCELLATIONS? DELAYS: CLICK here to get to our Big Y Storm Center Powered by WTNH

2 1 1 toll free from anywhere too. CLICK HERE FOR THE INFORMATION

Emergency Preparedness for animals: Domestic Pets, Livestock & Wildlife CLICK HERE

FLIGHT INFO: FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS - link will be periodically updated.

Train Stations/schedules - 

DOT/Dept of Rails

Hartford Train Station

New Haven Train Station

Shoreline East Stations

Metro North/New Haven

POWER OUTAGES & UPDATES: EVERSOURCE

CLICK here for an Outage Map

Customers can report power outages by calling 1-800-286-2000 - Staying Informed The Connecticut American Red Cross provides helpful information and resources at www.ctredcross.org. For tips and updates from Eversource, like us on Facebook at CLICK HERE.

 The United Illuminating Company UI

To report a power outage, downed power lines or damaged electrical equipment, call UI at 1-800-7-CALL-UI (1-800-722-5584).CLICK HERE for an outage map.

Direct from FEMA:

  • Storm surge is often the greatest threat to life and property from a tropical system. It poses a significant threat for drowning and can occur before, during, or after the center of a storm passes through an area. Storm surge can sometimes cut off evacuation routes, so do not delay leaving if an evacuation is ordered for your area. Three to five feet of storm surge are expected.
  • There is the potential for flooding with this storm. Driving through a flooded area can be extremely hazardous and almost half of all flash flood deaths happen in vehicles. When in your car, look out for flooding in low-lying areas, at bridges and at highway dips. As little as six inches of water may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Four to eight inches of rain are expected, with 10 inch totals in isolated locations.
  • If you encounter floodwaters, remember – turn around, don’t drown.
  • Be familiar with evacuation routes, have a family communications plan, keep a battery-powered radio handy and have a plan for pets. Visit www.ready.govorwww.listo.gov to learn these and other preparedness tips for tropical storms.
  • Know your evacuation zone and be sure to follow the direction of state, local, and tribal officials if an evacuation is ordered for your area.
  • If you have a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) flood policy, you may be eligible for reimbursement of actions taken to protect your property. Call your NFIP insurance agent to find out more.
  • Get to know the terms that are used to identify severe weather and discuss with your family what to do if a watch or warning is issued.

For a tropical storm:

  • A Tropical Storm Watch is issued when tropical cyclone containing winds of at least 39 MPH or higher poses a possible threat, generally within 48 hours.
  • A Tropical Storm Warning is issued when sustained winds of 39 MPH or higher associated with a tropical cyclone are expected in 36 hours or less.

For a hurricane:

  • A Hurricane Watch is issued when a tropical cyclone containing winds of at least 74 MPH poses a possible threat, generally within 48 hours.
  • A Hurricane Warning is issued when sustained winds of 74 MPH or higher associated with a tropical cyclone are expected in 36 hours or less. A hurricane warning can remain in effect when dangerously high water or a combination of dangerously high water and exceptionally high waves continue, even though winds may be less than hurricane force.

For coastal flooding:

  • A Coastal Flood Watch is issued when moderate to major coastal flooding is possible.
  • A Coastal Flood Warning is issued when moderate to major coastal flooding is occurring or imminent.
  • A Coastal Flood Advisory is issued when minor or nuisance coastal flooding is occurring or imminent

DIRECTLY from The American Red Cross 

Hurricane Safety Steps

Find a shelter by visiting redcross.org or by downloading the free Red Cross Emergency App. The Emergency App also puts real time information about the storm and hurricane safety tips at your fingertips. The app is available in app stores by searching for the American Red Cross or going to redcross.org/apps. You can also follow these safety steps:

  • Continue listening to local area radio, NOAA radio or TV stations for the latest information and updates.
  • If your neighborhood is prone to flooding, be prepared to evacuate quickly if necessary.
  • Follow evacuation orders and do not attempt to return until officials say it is safe to do so.
  • Head for higher ground and stay there.
  • Stay away from floodwaters. If you come upon a flowing stream where water is above your ankles, stop, turn around and go another way.
  • Turn around, don’t drown. If driving, turn around and go another way. If you are caught on a flooded road and waters are rising rapidly around you, get out of the car quickly and move to higher ground. Most cars can be swept away by less than two feet of moving water.
  • Keep children out of the water.
  • Be especially cautious at night when it’s harder to see flood danger.
  • Make sure you have a plan and supplies for your pets. Download the free Red Cross Pet First Aid App for emergency preparedness tips, a pet-friendly hotel locator and an animal hospital locator.

During the storm:

  • Stay indoors.
  • Don’t walk on beaches, riverbanks or in flood waters.
  • Use flashlights in the dark if the power goes out. Do NOT use candles.
  • Turn off the power and water mains if instructed to do so by local authorities.
  • Don’t forget your pets. Bring them indoors and maintain direct control of them. Prepare an emergency kit for your pets, including sturdy leashes or pet carriers, food and water, bowls, cat litter and pan, and photos of you with your pet in case they get lost.

Find more information on preparedness on redcross.org.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.


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