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How Madison Is Preparing For Now-Tropical Storm Henri: Lyons
Madison Emergency Management team is meeting to prepare for what Henri has in store for the town. Residents can expect an alert later today.
MADISON, CT — In advance of what now-Tropical Storm Henri has in store for the shoreline, Madison's Emergency Operations team is meeting Friday to prepare.
According to First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons, and Madison Emergency Management director Sam DeBurra, the team's goal Friday is to review preparedness plans and "ensure all public safety teams are taking the appropriate precautions to be ready for the storm, including possible power outages."
Lyons said that these preparedness measures include preparing town beaches and facilities for possible hurricane force winds, storm surge or flooding, and "keeping an eye on possible rip currents and dangerous water conditions throughout the weekend."
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She said that any beach closures will be posted on the town's website, and on its Facebook and Twitter pages.
Lyons said Madison's Public Works and Building & Grounds Department are "gearing up for any post-storm event damage."
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Residents should expect a preparedness alert as more detailed information for the area becomes available, Lyons said.
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