Bridgeport Prepares For Expected Snowstorm On Thursday

Information from the City of Bridgeport:

BRIDGEPORT, CT — In anticipation of the pending snowfall due to impact Bridgeport, Mayor Ganim and the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center are encouraging residents to be cautious ahead of a snowstorm that is forecast to impact our area at 5:00 AM Thursday, February 6th. During this instance, residents must take caution and make necessary preparations ahead of morning commutes. Residents should allow for extra travel time in the morning and should be most careful during morning commutes due to anticipated slippery road conditions.

Forecast
The City of Bridgeport anticipates snow will begin early Thursday morning that will transition to rain in the afternoon. The storm predicted is to bring 1” to 4” of wet heavy snow mix, with icy conditions to our area, with slick conditions being possible.

For more information, visit bridgeportct.gov/snow

Sidewalks/ Driveways - Commercial and/or residential owners who push snow into the streets or do not clear snow on the sidewalks in front of their buildings are subject to a $100.00 fine per ordinance for each incident.

Adopt a Hydrant – Residents are encouraged to clear snow and make a path to a fire hydrant in their neighborhood to assist the Bridgeport Fire Department in case of fire or another emergency.

Plowing – Bridgeport Streets within the City are prioritized to clear major travel routes first. This allows public safety vehicles access to most parts of the City. The initial plowing activities also provide most residents a clearing within two to three blocks of their homes and most destinations in the City. Other factors include locations of schools, hospitals, major commercial centers, and other facilities with large public interest. For snow plowing issues, call 203-579-3800.

Any plowing issues or concerns can be reported using the mobile application Bridgeport 311.

Operation Care – To help protect the homeless population from unsafe temperatures, please call 2-1-1. The homeless Outreach Team has begun contacting the homeless population to connect them to shelters such as Prospect House, Bridgeport Rescue Mission, and Alpha Community. For any homeless issues, you can show up at 650 Park Avenue for assistance.

Snow Related Emergencies
During the storm, residents may call the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center hotline at 203-579-3800 with any snow-related emergencies or email pictures to ws2625@room.veoci.com

If residents suffer a loss of electricity call the United Illuminating customer hotline at 800-722-5584. Both numbers are for 24-hour emergency service.

Immediate danger to life and health issues call 9-1-1.

For the latest updates and information about the snowstorm, residents are asked to check Bridgeportct.gov/snow, local media and follow the City of Bridgeport on Twitter and Facebook.