September is over yet hurricane season remains throughout October. Quiet periods in between weather events are perfect times to check your existing emergency preparedness plans, to complete planning yet accomplished, and to acquire emergency supplies not yet in place. October is considered a quieter time than other months. Although storms can happen at any time […]
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2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season Expected to Be Above-Average
Originally published by Jonathan Belles and Brian Donegan, May 24 2018 12:30 PM EDT | weather.com < Numbers of Atlantic Basin named storms (those that attain at least tropical storm strength), hurricanes and hurricanes of Cat. 3 or greater intensity forecast by NOAA, The Weather Company and Colorado State University, compared to the 30-year average […]
4-Hers Learn Basic Life Support CPR
At the 4-H Volunteer Forum at Middletown High School on February 3rd, both teens and adults learned basic life support CPR. It was a very popular class at the forum, taught by Carol Cournoyer. Photos: Nancy Wilhelm
Emergency Preparedness Resources Collection
The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine offer and Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Management collection of resources. “Recent events have proven that even prepared communities can be overwhelmed in a state of state of emergency. This collection of reports provides guidelines and targeted resources for all stakeholders in a disaster response, including state and […]
Connecticut Emergency Alert Mobile App
Governor Dannel P. Malloy announced the launch of a new emergency preparedness mobile application for Connecticut residents that provides information and alerts in emergency situation, and also helps residents prepare in advance of an emergency. The “CT Prepares” app, which can be downloaded to most smartphones, incorporates and integrates text messaging, email, and social networking, […]