Parts of Bristol may be powerless for two more days
On Tuesday morning, Bristol Town Administrator Diane Mederos was relieved that the force of Hurricane Sandy was less than what forecasters predicted, but was still frustrated that portions of the town were without power. “I just spoke with National Grid and they said it could be a couple of days before we get power,” she said. Fallen trees were [...]
Read More →Bristol fire chief says trucks can’t pass through watery Poppasquash Road
Heavy seas from Hurricane Sandy knocked out a 30 foot section of the northern seawall that separates Bristol Harbor from an adjacent salt pond. The structural damage, discovered earlier today as Fire Chief Bob Martin patrolled the town to assess the effects of the storm, isn’t the only thing of concern. The greater unknown is [...]
Read More →Parts of Bristol without power as tree knocks out transformer
A transformer and power lines were struck by a falling tree limb near Rockwell School just before 1 p.m., causing local power outage to that area. Police and fire responded to cordon off Meadow Lane where a fallen tree blocked the road and power lines draped the entrance to the road. Electrical service to the [...]
Read More →As Sandy nears, waters rise in Bristol
With the effects of Hurricane Sandy kicking up strong winds, properties in low lying areas of Bristol have received evacuation notices and the waters of the Kickemuit River are getting dangerously close to some homes in the area. Shortly before 9 a.m., the emergency shelter at Franklin Court was empty, with volunteers there ready to provide relief to those [...]
Read More →Bristol-Warren schools closed Monday
Bristol-Warren schools will be closed on Monday in anticipation of Hurricane Sandy. That information was delivered by chief of police, Josue Canario, after meeting with superintendent of schools, Melinda Thies. Chief Canario said that families will be notified via the Connect-Ed telephone system, as well as announcements through the news media. At a mid-day meeting [...]
Read More →Bristol prepared for Hurricane Sandy’s wrath
Looking ahead at what may come, Bristol’s department of public works is prepared to assist fire and rescue by clearing any downed tree limbs in roadway. In the aftermath of the storm, the DPW will also focus on removing other storm debris that impedes residents’ travel. In order to do that, the plan is to [...]
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