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Nor'easter leaves Connecticut with widespread road closures and thousands without power
weather13 days ago

Nor'easter leaves Connecticut with widespread road closures and thousands without power

A powerful nor'easter struck Connecticut on Saturday, September 26, causing extensive damage across the state. Strong winds, peaking at 40-60 mph, downed trees and power lines, leading to numerous road closures and significant power outages. Coastal areas experienced flooding, particularly in Fairfield and New Haven counties. By 9 p.m., Eversource reported nearly 19,400 customers without power, while United Illuminating reported over 2,600 outages. Authorities urged residents to stay off the roads and treat all downed lines as live.

via WFSB|
#coastal-flooding#connecticut#noreaster
Trump Rally Triggers Major Traffic Delays and Closures in Gaston County
local-news25 days ago

Trump Rally Triggers Major Traffic Delays and Closures in Gaston County

President Donald Trump is slated to speak at Gastonia Municipal Airport on Sept. 16, prompting significant traffic delays and planned road closures across Gaston County. Officials say soft closures begin at 10 a.m., with full shutdowns from 5:30 p.m. through the evening; the heaviest impact is around Union Road and Gaston Day School Road. Detours will reroute traffic via Union Road, Robinson Road, Bud Wilson Road and Gaston Day School Road. Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible to reduce delays; the event supports Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley.

via wbtv.com|
#gaston-county#gastonia-municipal-airport#local-news
Detours Ahead as Mexican Independence Day Festivities Move Through Chicago Loop
local28 days ago

Detours Ahead as Mexican Independence Day Festivities Move Through Chicago Loop

As Chicago marks Mexican Independence Day, officials warn of possible road closures and detours in the Loop this weekend ahead of El Grito Fest at Grant Park, with parades in Little Village and South Chicago; entry into the Loop may require proof of address or event reservations, and residents and commuters are urged to use public transit.

via Block Club Chicago|
#downtown-chicago#el-grito-fest#local
Honolulu shifts to cleanup mode as Lala departs, outages and closures linger
local1 month ago

Honolulu shifts to cleanup mode as Lala departs, outages and closures linger

Honolulu shifts into full cleanup and recovery after Tropical Storm Lala departs: no active watches remain, but widespread power outages, saturated grounds, downed trees, and localized flooding persist; city offices and parks are closed or operating on modified schedules, emergency operations centers stay active, water conservation is urged, and crews are clearing roads while transit largely returns to normal ahead of planned Tuesday reopenings.

via Hawaii News Now|
#honolulu#local#power-outages
Storm Lala Triggers Hawaiʻi Island School Closures as Assessments Begin
local1 month ago

Storm Lala Triggers Hawaiʻi Island School Closures as Assessments Begin

Storm Lala forces two Hawaiʻi Island public schools—Nāālehu Elementary and Ka‘ū High & Pāhala Elementary—to close starting Monday, Aug. 17, as crews assess campus damage and local road access; Nāālehu remains closed through Aug. 20, Ka‘ū/Pa‘hala closes Aug. 17; statewide public schools will also be closed on Friday, Aug. 21 for Statehood Day, with updates to families as assessments continue and safety remains the priority.

via Hawaii News Now|
#campus-damage#hawaii-island#lala-storm
Indiana floodwaters recede as recovery push begins after seven deaths
weather1 month ago

Indiana floodwaters recede as recovery push begins after seven deaths

Historic flooding across Indiana has left at least seven dead and caused widespread damage. As floodwaters recede, Hamilton County officials launch recovery efforts, open a reception center for affected residents, and assess infrastructure while dozens of roads remain closed. Statewide authorities warn of more storms and coordinate with local, state, and federal partners to restore services and housing.

via IndyStar|
#evacuation#flooding#hamilton-county
Hamilton County Declares Flood Emergency as Roads Close Under Heavy Rain
indiana-news1 month ago

Hamilton County Declares Flood Emergency as Roads Close Under Heavy Rain

A state of emergency was declared in Hamilton County as steady rainfall caused widespread flooding, closing more than 30 roads and prompting an orange travel watch. An additional three inches of rain fell overnight, swelling waterways, with the White River gauge at Logan Street around 18.85 feet and cresting near 20 feet expected by early Saturday. Noblesville schools closed, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office conducted water rescues, and the Emergency Operations Center was activated to coordinate response and resources.

via Fox 59|
#emergency-management#flood#hamilton-county
Lincoln street closures extend into September for water main and signal work
local2 months ago

Lincoln street closures extend into September for water main and signal work

Lincoln Transportation and Utilities reports multiple street closures in Lincoln: 14th Street (R to Q) southbound closed for O Street improvements with local access; 56th Street between Nebraska Parkway and Waltz Place/Waltz Road and Old Cheney Road (53rd to 59th) have outer lanes closed for traffic-signal replacement; O Street (13th to 12th) westbound closed for water main replacement. Alternate routes recommended include 13th Street for southbound traffic and N or Q Streets for westbound traffic. Projects are expected to wrap up in late August for some items and late September for others, weather permitting.

via 1011now.com|
#construction#lincoln-nebraska#local
Massachusetts Roads Shut as Severe Storms Bring Widespread Flooding
weather2 months ago

Massachusetts Roads Shut as Severe Storms Bring Widespread Flooding

Heavy rain and severe storms trigger flash flood warnings across central and western Massachusetts, causing road closures in towns including Leominster, Fitchburg, Lunenburg, South Hadley, and West Springfield. Route 2 and Merriam Avenue near the Route 2 interchange are down to one lane, and drivers are urged to avoid flooded roads as the weather system moves east; the situation remains developing.

via Boston 25 News|
#flash-flood-warning#flooding#massachusetts
DC gears up for Freedom 250 Grand Prix with extensive street closures and parking restrictions
local2 months ago

DC gears up for Freedom 250 Grand Prix with extensive street closures and parking restrictions

Extensive street closures and parking restrictions are in effect in DC for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix on Aug. 22-23, with phased emergency no-parking and lane closures across central DC (major avenues and corridors) from now through Sept. 15, including nightly closures and local-traffic-only windows during the event period; drivers should plan ahead and check event details.

via WTOP|
#freedom-250-grand-prix#local#local-events
Dove Fire Near Sonora Holds at 223 Acres with 1% Containment
local2 months ago

Dove Fire Near Sonora Holds at 223 Acres with 1% Containment

The Dove Fire burning near Sonora, CA has stabilized at about 223 acres with 1% containment overnight. Mandatory evacuations remain in several neighborhoods, some orders downgraded to warnings, and multiple road closures persist along Highway 108 and surrounding streets. Evacuation and cooling centers are open at Tuolumne CRC and the local transit center, with animal shelters coordinating evacuations for pets and livestock as responders continue suppression efforts.

via myMotherLode.com|
#dove-fire#evacuations#local