Warming Centers & Cold Weather Information Near Bethel CT
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Emergency Management
Important Cold Weather Information and Warnings from Bethel Emergency Management Director Galliford
Bitterly cold temperatures will move into the area this weekend. Wind chill values during this time could reach life threatening levels as cold as 20 […]
Bethel Volunteer Fire Dept. Responded to House Fire That Caused Power Outages on Route 58, Feb. 3
Part of a large tree had fallen on electrical wires and ignited a transformer causing a house fire and pulling the wires off the home […]
Storm Jonas: ‘Special Weather Statement’ from National Weather Service
AN INTENSE SNOW BAND CONTINUES TO WORK NORTH INTO THE REGION THROUGH THE MID TO LATE MORNING…WITH SNOWFALL RATES OF 1 TO 3 INCHES PER […]
Bethel CTSART Is Prepared for Sheltering Pets Should and Outage Occur During the Snow Storm
In the possibility that the town loses power during this storm, Bethel and other surrounding towns in CT Region 5 (see map below) have trained […]
Snow Storm Emergency Evacuation Checklist for Families and Pets
Are You Prepared for an Emergency Evacuation? Are Your Pets? Will You Know What to Do and What to Bring? If you are forced to […]
Sen. Boucher: In Case of Worsening Weather, Emergency Numbers and Info.
A winter storm is forecast to hit the state tomorrow. Just in case this storm causes more havoc than expected, I wanted to share these […]
Fire at Bethel ‘Hot Tub Laundromat,’ Bethel and Stony Hill Volunteer Firefighters Respond
Bethel and Stony Hill Firefighters were dispatched to a reported structure fire at 279 Greenwood Ave. in Bethel Ct. Thursday evening, Jan. 7, 2016. Report […]
Gov. Malloy Announces State Will Hold Emergency Preparedness Drill Beginning Saturday, Oct. 17, 21
Two-Day Exercise Will Simulate Coordinated Response to a Tornado. Report by Paula Antolini October 15, 2015 9:56PM EDT ***** Thursday, October 15, 2015 Gov. Malloy […]
Reps. Lavielle & Steinberg Pass Legislation Expanding Emergency Epilepsy Care in Schools
State Representatives Gail Lavielle (R-143) and Jonathan Steinberg (D-136) worked together to introduce and pass bipartisan legislation that expands emergency care for students suffering from […]
Warning: Black Bear Sighting Near Bethel CT; Info. from Weston’s Animal Control Officer Mark Harper
What to do if you see a black bear in the area. Report from Paula Antolini July 2, 2015 11:09AM EDT Warning: Black Bear Sighting […]
UPDATE: Bethel Home Fire Victim Identified, Fire Determined ‘Incendiary,’ Investigation Ongoing
After a preliminary investigation into the cause and origin of the fire, investigators were able to determine an area of origin and a resulting cause. […]
Help Celebrate the 100-Year Birthday/Anniversary of Redding Fire Department & EMS Company #1
It’s a Celebration! Send Your Good Wishes! Report by Paula Antolini April 9, 2015 7:51AM EDT The Redding Fire Department & EMS Company #1 Has […]
Bethel Fire Depts. Respond to House Fire at Castle Hill Dr, Corner of Payne Rd.
Bethel and Stony Hill Fire Departments responded to a house fire at 43 Castle Hill Drive in Bethel, CT, on the corner of Payne […]
Local Emergency Response Training Event for Bethel, Redding & Ridgefield Businesses, Residents and Volunteers, May 2
The Bethel, Redding and Ridgefield Community Emergency Response Volunteers (CERV) invites Bethel, Redding, & Ridgefield Residents, CERT, Local Agencies & Others to participate in the […]
Sandy Hook Advisory Commission Presents 277-Page Final Report to Governor Malloy
The report contains recommendations that cover SAFE SCHOOL DESIGN AND OPERATION, FIREARMS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT, and MENTAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. Report by Paula Antolini March […]
Gov. Malloy: As a Safety Precaution, Clear Snow From Rooftops
With more impending snow on the way, Gov. Malloy encourages residents and businesses to clear snow from rooftops to prevent potential collapse. Report by Paula […]
Gov. Malloy Extends State Severe Cold Weather Protocol Through Monday, Feb. 16
Severe cold weather protocol is extended through Feb. 16, 2015; Anyone seeking shelter should call 2-1-1. Report by Paula Antolini February 13, 2015 5:00PM EDT […]
Gov. Malloy Issues State of Emergency for CT and Travel Ban for CT Starting at 9pm Monday, As Blizzard Approaches
“It’s imperative that you have a plan in place to get home safe this evening,” Malloy said. Report by Paula Antolini Jan 26, 2015 11:10AM […]
Bethel Schools on 2 Hour Delay Today, Dec. 11
Snow and icy roads delay school opening for second time this month. Report by Paula Antolini Dec. 11, 2014 6:12AM EDT Message from Bethel School […]