Westport Fire Chief Provides Message during Flood Safety Awareness Week
Westport Fire Department Nearly every day, flooding occurs across the United States or its territories. It causes more damage in the United States than any other weather-related event. On average, floods cause 8 billion dollars in damages and 94 fatalities annually. The latest climate research is projecting a warming planet will bring an increasing frequency and magnitude of heavy rainfall events over the rest of the century, so certainly the flooding hazard and impact will be ever more present in the decades to come.
“Good preparation and knowing what to do in a flood will protect your property, increase your safety and chances of survival if it happens in your area. Severe weather and flooding can happen at any time and Westport has experienced flooding events, including flash flooding, over the past couple of years. It is important that Westport residents stay “weather alert” and prepare for potential sudden flooding and unexpected acts of Mother Nature”, said Chief Kronick.
The Westport Emergency Management team, the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA), and the National Weather Service (NWS) urge drivers to always follow these flood safety tips:
Turn Around, Don’t Drown®
It is NEVER safe to drive or walk into flood waters.
Heed all warning signs.
Don’t underestimate the power of water.
Always be aware of your surroundings when driving.
Use extra caution when driving or walking at night in storm conditions.
Residents can prepare for severe weather or flooding by knowing the implications of flood watches and warnings, having a preparedness kit of supplies, and developing a plan on how to reach family and friends during an emergency.
If you have any questions, please call the Fire Department at: 203-341-5000. Sign up for Nixle Emergency Alerts by texting: 06880 to 888777.
Westport COVID-19 Cases Up 8; Hospitalizations Down by 8 Patients
The State Department of Public Health reported 8 more cases in Westport over the past day. The State’s daily test positivity rate was up to 2.88% while hospitalizations were down by 8 patients, with 113 patients total currently hospitalized for COVID-19 throughout the State.
Westport total positive or probable cases: 3,928 cases.
Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 36 deaths
State Daily Test Positivity: 2.88% [up from 2.57%]
State Hospitalizations: 113 patients [-8]
Sundown over the Library
The last bits of sun reflect off of the Westport Library roof tonight as the community enjoyed the extra hour of light. WestportLocal.com photo
Westporter Melissa Bernstein to speak at “B.I.G. Connecticut” Launch Event for the Women’s Empowerment Community
Melissa Bernstein, Co-Founder of Melissa and Doug, and LifeLines, will speak at B.I.G. Connecticut’s launch on March 31st for the debut of B.I.G. ( Believe, Inspire, Grow) in Westport at the Boat House Restaurant at 12:00pm. All local women are invited to attend this launch and can register here: https://www.believeinspiregrow.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1618809&group= Learn more about membership with B.I.G Connecticut by emailing bigconnecticutregion@gmail.com.
B.I.G. is a global woman’s empowerment community that provides members the inspiration, community, and tools to move their personal and professional lives forward. B.I.G. provides members opportunities to tap into business building and personal development content for women while building relationships with a dynamic, supportive entrepreneurial community.
Mary Dougherty, Director of the Connecticut Region says, ‘We are thrilled to launch in Westport and expand our entrepreneurial community to the coast. We believe that women in Westport will benefit greatly by expanding their networks and forming invaluable collaborations with our existing membership in Connecticut and beyond.’
Isabel Bogdan will lead the Westport pod for B.I.G. Isabel is an accomplished health professional with a doctorate in nursing practice, and the founder of Belev, an online platform that educates women on health and fitness. Isabel is excited to bring B.I.G. to Westport. She believes that “we grow together, achieve together, always reaching for the best in each other.”
The vast majority of women who join B.I.G. are entrepreneurs, but any woman who has an idea or passion she wants to cultivate is welcome. Members own brick and mortar businesses such as yoga studios, retail shops and professional practices as well as businesses that offer marketing, branding, writing, design, business coaching, beauty, health, video, science, fashion, photography, and more.
Attend the launch on March 31st at the Boat House in Westport to hear an empowering talk from Melissa Bernstein and learn more about how B.I.G. can help you grow your network and your business with its personal and professional development platform.
About B.I.G. Connecticut
Ridgefield is the state flagship pod for the global organization Believe Inspire Grow. The group provides opportunities to tap business building and personal development content for women while growing personal relationships within a dynamic, global community. There are continuous online and in person meetings, workshops, networking, and coaching sessions available to members. The launch for Westport is scheduled for March 31st at the Boathouse at noon.