Be Prepared for Hurricane Season

June 1st marked the official start of hurricane season, which lasts until the end of November.  The storm threat to Connecticut peaks in mid-August, making now the ideal time to update (or create) an emergency storm plan for your family.  

The State of Connecticut Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security website has information and advice about hurricane preparation, including a detailed printable workbook to guide you through developing an emergency plan which can be downloaded here.

Another way to be prepared is to register for CTAlert. CTAlert is Connecticut's emergency notification system, which sends out information and alerts by e-mail, text message, or telephone call to state residents who are registered on the site. Click here to learn more and register for emergency alerts.

As always, in the event of a storm emergency you can visit www.211ct.org or dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in the state for up-to-date information about emergency shelters and storm relief resources in your community.