Weather Alert

A high wind warning and flood watch are in effect for Hartford County on December 25th from 12:00am until 12:00pm. In preparation for the impending storm, please:

• Secure or take down outdoor holiday decorations and other items
• Make sure all devices like cell phones & flashlights are charged
• Avoid downed power/utility lines
• Call South Windsor Police at 860-644-2551 for downed trees, flooding, and downed power lines. For emergencies, call 911.
• For routine utility service, outage issues, and estimated restoration times, please call your utility company. To contact Eversource, please call 1-800-286-200.
• If you need to use a generator, please:
  • Be wary of back feeding which could injure utility workers
  • Do not use generators indoors
  • Follow the directions supplied with the generator
• People should avoid being outside in wooded areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows.
• Tune in to local media weather reports for updates and instructions for serve weather
• Avoid all unnecessary travel
• Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop
• Due to COVID-19, there is limited availability of warming centers so have a plan to stay warm if you lose power.