How To Prepare For Emergencies
Basic information for you and your family to be prepared for any emergency
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-Emergency Information:-
Local Radio and Television Stations
Connecticut Department of Emergency Management
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Department of Homeland Security
American Red Cross
-Public Health Concerns: Prevention Tips and Important Information -
Floods: What to before and after
West Nile Virus (in English) or (in Spanish) and how to prevent getting sick
Seasonal Flu and Pandemic Flu and how to prevent getting sick
Food Safety and how to keep food safe in emergencies
Food, Product, and Pet Food Recalls
Extreme Heat and Extreme Cold
Water Shortages and Droughts
Who to Contact:
If you smell gas, suspect a gas leak or carbon monoxide, or need gas shut off call 1-800-513-8898
Southern Connecticut Gas Company (203) 777-7311
If you have discolored or foul tasting water or need the water turned off:
Regional Water Authority (203) 624-6671 or (203) 562-4020
RWA New Haven Customers
Water Authority Police Hotline: (203) 401-2525
When you see an animal that looks sick or is behaving suspiciously or abnormally:
Animal Control 946-8111 Police 946-6316
If you think you may have had physical contact with a sick animal:
Health Department 946-8174
When you see a fallen wire or have had a power outage:
United Illuminating Company (or by phone at 499-3333)
When you need food or emergency shelter: (or by phone Dial 2-1-1)
Current Issues:
Swine Flu/H1N1 Virus
Hurricanes
MRSA ( Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus)
Information about Bedbugs
Information about Scabies
Check back here to view any emergency information concerning your city.
We will post notices about:
- Weather Related Parking Restrictions
- Homeland Security Alerts
- Street Closures
- Roadwork Detour Information
- And More
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