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To prevent or mitigate the effects of fire and disasters, either natural or manmade, on the citizens of the State of Connecticut.

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CT Fire Academy@CTCFPC
16 Aug 2021
Don’t miss out on the #1 source of all information surrounding the CT Fire Service. Don’t delay and subscribe today! Email Jeff.morrissette@ct.gov to be added @CTDEMHS @ConnFireAlerts @CTTF1USAR
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HURRICANE SEASON STARTS JUNE 1: State leaders urge resident to stay aware and prepare for summer storms. @LGSusanB @CTDEMHS More here: noaa.gov/hurricane-prep
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Hartford Courant
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May 24
He has a lifetime of experience in service as an EMT, a U.S. Army veteran and a police officer. He will bring all of that experience to his new role with the Bristol Fire Department. courant.com/2026/05/24/veter…

Veteran who served in Middle East starts new role as CT firefighter. He missed military brotherhood

He has a lifetime of experience in service as an EMT, a U.S. Army veteran and a police officer. He will bring all of that experience to his new role with the Bristol Fire Department.

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Whether they're police, fire rescue, tow truck drivers, construction workers or other first responders, they're there to do a job and get home safe. Let 's help them do that. Slow Down and Move Over. #CTDOT #SlowDown #MoveOver
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FEMA
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May 7
The FEMA Review Council approved its final report today. Public comments are open until June 8, 2026. All Council documents are available at: dhs.gov/fema-review-council More info: fema.gov/press-release/20260…

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NFFF@NFFF_News
Apr 20
🚨URGENT NEWS!🚨 The NFFF is pleased to announce that the U.S. DHS has confirmed the campus of the United States Fire Administration will be open for the 2026 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, scheduled for May 2–3 in Emmitsburg, Maryland. firehero.org/2026/04/20/on-c…
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Thank you 911 dispatchers and telecommunicators.
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DESPP is looking for a few good summer interns. If you are a college student interested in public safety, we want to hear from you.
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We've got another Traffic Incident Management class coming up on April 11! In this class we teach first responders about responder safety, clearance, and prompt communications. Register for an upcoming class: bit.ly/4feXBfW#CTDOT #TrafficIncidentManagement
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Shoveling Safety Reminder As you venture out to start or finish the clean up, make your safety the priority Snow removal is hard work and can put serious strain on your body. Each year, we see injuries and cardiac events during cleanup. @CTDESPP @CTDEMHS
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Power Outages occurring Report all to your power company & do not approach any wires Safety comes first. Take precautions and protect yourself and your neighbors. #PowerOutage #WinterStorm #GeneratorSafety #PublicSafety #CTFireAcademy @CTDESPP @GovNedLamont @CTDEMHS
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Blizzard Conditions Continue Across the State If you must head outside there are precautions that should be taken Your safety comes first #BlizzardWarning #WinterStorm #ShovelingSafety #PublicSafety #CTFireAcademy @CTDEMHS @CTDESPP @GovNedLamont
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We’re facing a blizzard tonight into Monday. Strong winds. Whiteout conditions. Do NOT travel. If you HAVE to drive, be safe, put the distractions away, and DON’T CROWD THE PLOW. Register with CTroads.org for real-time travel reports and live traffic cameras. #CTDOT
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Final Blizzard Prep 🚫 Check parking bans 🪑 Secure loose outdoor items 🔋 Charge phones & flashlights ❄️ Prep snow equipment ⚡ Test generators outdoor only A little prep now prevents problems later @CTDESPP @GovNedLamont #BlizzardPrep #WinterStorm #BePrepared #CTFireAcademy
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NWS Boston
@NWSBoston
Feb 22
[Potentially Historic/Destructive Storm southeast of the BOS-PVD corridor] We are very concerned for areas southeast of the Boston-Providence corridor where wet snow combines with northeast wind gusts of 60-70 mph. Power outages & tree damage. Worst conditions Mon 4 am to noon.
Potentially historic/destructive storm southeast of the Boston to Providence corridor.

ALT Potentially historic/destructive storm southeast of the Boston to Providence corridor.

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NWS Boston
@NWSBoston
Feb 21
[3/3] Strong-damaging winds accompany the storm. Strongest winds further east (gusts up to 60 mph, potentially up to 70 mph) early Mon morning-Mon evening. ⚠️This combined with heavy wet snow will increase risk for tree damage and power outages, especially east MA/RI🌲.
Max wind gusts forecasted early monday morning through monday evening for southern new england.

ALT Max wind gusts forecasted early monday morning through monday evening for southern new england.

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NWS Boston
@NWSBoston
Feb 21
[2/3] ❄️Steadier snow arrives Sun evening through late Sunday night. Heavier snow rates (1-2"/hr) arrive after 2 AM Mon continuing through Mon afternoon. Snow decreases later Monday afternoon, exiting Monday night. ⚠️Hazardous travel conditions likely.
Onset times of accumulating snow for southern new england snow storm Sunday night.

ALT Onset times of accumulating snow for southern new england snow storm Sunday night.

Timing of heavier snowfall rates in southern new england overnight sunday night through monday.

ALT Timing of heavier snowfall rates in southern new england overnight sunday night through monday.

Ending time of accumulating snowfall for southern new england monday.

ALT Ending time of accumulating snowfall for southern new england monday.

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NWS Boston
@NWSBoston
Feb 21
[1/3]❄️High-impact winter storm expected to hit southern New England Sun evening-Mon night bringing strong winds and heavy snow. Blizzard conditions likely in east MA & RI. Hazardous travel expected. Increased risk for tree damage/power outages in east MA/RI. #MAwx #RIwx #CTwx
Winter headlines in effect for southern new england sunday afternoon through Tuesday morning. Blizzard warnings for eastern massachusetts and rhode island. Winter storm warnings for interior southern new england. Watch out for Nantucket.

ALT Winter headlines in effect for southern new england sunday afternoon through Tuesday morning. Blizzard warnings for eastern massachusetts and rhode island. Winter storm warnings for interior southern new england. Watch out for Nantucket.

High confidence overall for an impactful winter storm. 1-2 feet for eastern southern new england. Moderate confidence on amounts in western MA and CT and Nantucket due to storm track uncertainty. Some rain may mix in at Nantucket lowering amounts.

ALT High confidence overall for an impactful winter storm. 1-2 feet for eastern southern new england. Moderate confidence on amounts in western MA and CT and Nantucket due to storm track uncertainty. Some rain may mix in at Nantucket lowering amounts.

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Connecticut officials warn of increased house fire risk during extreme cold. The cold is dangerous in several ways, and the increased fire risk is among them. fox61.com/article/news/healt… @CTDESPP @CTDEMHS @GovNedLamont

Connecticut officials warn of increased house fire risk during extreme cold

The cold is dangerous in several ways, and the increased fire risk is among them. The Office of the State Fire Marshal gave tips for homeowners during this stretch.

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Storm Impact & Emergency Access Help responders: 🚗 Stay off roads unless necessary 🚜 Give plows room 🚒 Clear driveways 🚧 Don’t block streets 💧 Make hydrants accessible Every clear path speeds emergency response. @CTDESPP @CTDEMHS @CT_STATE_POLICE @GovNedLamont
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