Hurricane Henri was downgraded to a tropical storm Sunday morning. The impact of the storm remains significant, with potential rainfall up to 10 inches. Town employees continue to monitor the progression of this storm and stand ready to address the needs of our community.
“I have fully opened the Town’s Emergency Operation Center and staff is closely monitoring the progress of the storm, in anticipation of weather-related damages,” said Mayor Marcia Leclerc.
We anticipate heavy rains will overwhelm the already saturated grounds and our storm-water drainage system. As rivers, streams and tributaries rise, they will present significant urban flooding. As waters recede overtime, the roads will begin to drain. Our Public Works staff are monitoring the situation and will place precautionary signage as waters rise. We are asking the public to remain at home and avoid driving over any standing water, as its depth can be deceiving. When it doubt, “TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN.”
Below is a list of known streets in Town that historically flood in these conditions:
- Burnham Street (east end)
- Central Avenue
- Daniel Street
- Tolland Street (west of Daniel Street)
- Hartland Street
- Candlewood Drive
- Sawka Drive
- School Street (Culvert)
- Amy Drive at Timothy Road
- Bigelow Street
- King Street at Collimore Road
- Woodycrest Drive at Handle Road
- St. Regis Drive (end of road)
- 107 Mallard Drive (Rear of House)
- 56 Columbus Street
- Tolland Street at Long Hill Drive
- 1008 Forbes Street (Culvert)
- 486 Oak Street
- 315/319 Brewer Street (Culvert)
- Brewer Street at Mitchell Drive
- Rival Court
Please monitor local weather and news alerts for up-to-date storm tracking. For further updates and information, please visit our town website at easthartfordct.gov and follow the Town of East Hartford on Facebook at facebook.com/townofeasthartford, East Hartford Police Department at facebook.com/EastHartfordPD and East Hartford Fire Department at facebook.com/EastHartfordFire. Sign up for East Hartford Alerts at easthartfordct.gov/east-hartford-alert-network.
If there is a life safety issue or you are experiencing an emergency call 911.
