CT Emergency Management & Homeland Security

Hurricane season is officially here 🌀 Our agency is focused on staying ready and you should be too. Know if your home is in an evacuation zone. Here’s a message from State Emergency Management Director William Turner.

As we enter the peak of summer ☀️ and you enjoy the weather, be sure to practice good heat safety wherever you are ➡️Stay hydrated & take breaks when spending prolonged time outside ➡️Check in on loved ones & other at-risk populations ➡️Know the signs of heat-related illnesses

A flash flood warning has been issued for parts of the state into this evening. Please be weather aware and stay alert. Listen to local officials and avoided flooded roadways if you come across any. Remember, turn around - don’t drown! 🚗🌊

A Flood Watch is in effect for central and western CT. Heavy rainfall rates could bring flash flooding to parts of the state. Some thunderstorms are capable of producing a quick 2-4 inches of rainfall.

⚠️Flood Watches have been issued for the entire state, beginning at 2:00 today and continuing into early Wednesday morning. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall is possible. A heat advisory is also in effect so be alert today, monitor local alerts, stay cool and be prepared!

🚨Be weather aware as strong storms roll through the State. Be aware of downed trees and wires, and always remember if you come across standing water, turn around - don’t drown! 🚗🌊

Aviso de Tormenta Severa incluye Waterbury CT, Meriden CT, Middletown CT hasta las 7:15 PM EDT

Save The Date! @CTDEMHS is proud to attend the 10th annual Hartford Latino Fest on July 12th with other divisions of @CTDESPP and share important information about our mission and ways to stay safe. Look forward to seeing you there!

Last weekend, members from the State’s Incident Management Teams, along with local, state, & federal partners, supported the LiUNA NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Lime Rock Park. Over 6 months of planning and coordination efforts took place to ensure public safety and security!

Hurricane season is underway 🌀 DEMHS is closely monitoring the forecast each day. Now is the time to review your emergency plan, check your supplies, and stay informed. Don’t wait, plan ahead.

🌀 Hurricane Season is here, don’t wait to prepare! ✅ Review your emergency plan 📦 Update your disaster supply kit 📲 Stay informed by signing up for CTAlerts at CTAlert.gov A little prep now can make a big difference later. #HurricaneSeason

Aviso de Tormenta Severa incluye Bridgeport CT, Norwalk CT, Danbury CT hasta las 7:15 PM EDT

The state is expected to receive 1”-1.5” of rain with the band moving northeast into Hartford and Litchfield counties. Stay alert and be safe if traveling tonight ⛈️ #wx

State Emergency Management Director, Bill Turner, and @LGSusanB kick off the annual Emergency Management Symposium in partnership with @CTDPH, @CCMAdvocacy, @CTDESPP, and @CTNationalGuard. Looking forward to a great day of coordination and discussion with public safety partners!

Please join CT DEMHS and other partners for an informational Hurricane Awareness Workshop - Hurricanes Mean Business! Workshop is being held on May, 7 2025, at Jonathan Law High School. This is the Region 2 offering. Register here: eventbrite.com/e/hurricanes-m…

With the first day of Spring next week, don’t leave pet preparedness to chance. Have your pet microchipped. Make sure to keep your address & phone number up-to-date & include contact information for an emergency contact outside of your immediate area. #ItsNotLuck #BeReady

Please join CT DEMHS and other partners for an informational Hurricane Awareness Workshop - Hurricanes Mean Business! Workshop is being held on April 8, 2025, at Manchester Community College. This is the Region 3 offering. Please register here: lnkd.in/etsBivC5

Please join CT DEMHS and other partners for an informational Hurricane Awareness Workshop - Hurricanes Mean Business! Workshop is being held on March 26, 2025 at UCONN's Avery Point Campus in Groton. Please register here: lnkd.in/eDQpCGQq

🚨❄️ Winter weather is expected this weekend. Stay informed & safe by signing up for state alerts at CTALERT.gov. Get real-time updates on state-wide emergency conditions. Don’t wait - prepare now! #WinterSafety #CTAlert

With incoming snow, don't forget that February is #NationalCannedFoodMonth! Canned foods are nutritious & have a long shelf life - so raid your cabinets if you are snowed in. From veggies to proteins, they lock in nutrients & make meal time easy. What’s your go-to canned food? 🥫