Bedford Officials Prepare for Sandy

While the latest track of Hurricane Sandy has the storm pushing out west, Bedford officials are taking the steps to prepare for the possibility of the storm reaching New England early next week. 

Town of Bedford department heads involved in the emergency planning process will meet today to discuss preparations for Hurricane Sandy, according to Officer Marc Saucier of the Bedford Police Department.

Town officials also participated in a conference call on Oct. 26 with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to get the most up to date information on the storm.

According to a Friday press release from BPD, "residents can help prepare themselves by checking batteries and making sure all portable devices are charged."

Town officials are also asking residents to remove leaves and other debris from storm drains when necessary to avoid any flooding.

Make sure to check back in with Bedford Patch for more information on Hurricane Sandy as it becomes available.