Flooding Resources
Beginning on August 18th, Connecticut experienced severe rainfall that has caused significant flooding and extensive structural damage to critical infrastructure, homes, and businesses.
My team and I have been in contact with Governor Ned Lamont, Connecticut’s Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS), Department of Transportation, and Department of Energy and Environmental Protection as well as state representatives, mayors, and first selectmen regarding the damage and next steps.
President Joe Biden has approved our request to authorize a federal emergency declaration for Fairfield County, New Haven County, and Litchfield County in response to the extreme flooding from the historic rainfall that portions of the state received earlier this week.
This declaration means that state agencies can coordinate with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on the deployment of federal personnel and equipment to augment emergency recovery efforts already underway by the state and its municipal counterparts. This includes actions to protect lives and property, and restorative efforts that defend public safety.
Over the next several days, the towns and appropriate state agencies will be gathering information from residents and business owners regarding the damage and repair cost assessment. All of this information will help determine how much federal aid the state will be eligible to receive.
My team and I will continue working with our local, state, and federal partners to ensure our communities receive the resources needed to safely rebuild.
Please keep in mind that recovery efforts are expected to take weeks, and all are encouraged to exercise caution when traveling. It is highly recommended that you obey yellow tape and traffic cones, and do not travel over flooded roadways.
- For real-time updates on road closures, please visit: ctroads.org
- For emergency services, dial 9-1-1
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For non-emergency resources, dial 2-1-1
Reporting Damages
In order for the state and federal government to provide the assistance we need, it is important that all damage to property both public and individual is reported.
Individual Damage Assessment
[NEW!] Connecticut DEMHS is requesting flood damage be reported using this online Residential & Business Damage Assessment Form. It is critical to document all damages with photos before making any repairs. Residents and business owners should also contact their local Emergency Management Director (EMD) and report damages to the local office. Please CLICK HERE to find the EMD for your town.