Info for Valley schools shared

From the Valley Independent Sentinel:


To recap the past hour:


Ansonia schools: closed Monday and Tuesday, as per City of Ansonia

Derby: early dismissal Monday

Oxford: anyone know?

Seymour: early dismissal Monday

Shelton: early dismissal Monday

Shelton fire official warns of snowstorm hazards

SHELTON – Forecast of additional snowfall and with significant accumulations along with the potential for strong winds has prompted the Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau to alert the public that prevention efforts should be maximized during this period. 

In addition to snow accumulations storms such as this could result in loss of electrical power.

Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief – Fire Prevention, encourages everyone to be highly vigilant to avoid having a fire within a home, business, or facility. This includes smoking outdoors only, paying strict attention when cooking, and keeping space heaters at least three feet from anything that can burn. Candles should not be used. 
In addition to fire prevention efforts, the following recommended actions should also be implemented to be prepared for an unexpected potential fire.

• Remove snow regularly from all entry/exit doors and pathways, of your home, business, or facility. This also includes those not regularly used as they may be needed for emergency evacuation or escape in the event of fire. If you are not capable of snow removal, consider making arrangements for someone cable to remove snow. Likewise, consider helping a neighbor or someone you know that does not have this ability.

• If a fire hydrant is near your home or business, keep it clear of snow and unobstructed for prompt access by the fire department.

• Keep snow accumulations and drifts clear of exhaust outlets of clothes driers and heating units that might be located on exterior walls.

• Avoid unnecessary travel on roadways during significant snowfall to help permit both efficient snow removal and safe response of emergency vehicles

• Throughout the year always have working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries at all times. Know when and how to call for help by dialing 911, and remember to practice your home escape plan.

This is a press release from Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief - Fire Prevention in Shelton.

Sharing message from City of Ansonia

"All City of Ansonia public buildings and schools will be closed on Monday January 26th and Tuesday January 27th.

"There will be a parking ban on all city streets beginning Monday January 26th at 8:00 a.m. through noon on Wednesday, January 28th and will be extended as needed. Vehicles on the streets will be towed.
"All City of Ansonia public and school parking lots will be open for off street parking during the ban. There will be no trash or recycle pickup on Tuesday or Wednesday.
"We ask that residents assist to clear snow from fire hydrants for your safety and the safety of others. The safest place for residents during this storm is in your homes.

"Please stay off the roads so that the Public Works crews can effectively keep the roads clear.
"We thank you for your cooperation and additional messages will be sent as needed."

This is the text of Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti's Code Red alert this evening.

Reminder to Ansonia residents shared

This is from the City of Ansonia Facebook page: 

"As a reminder, please add your phone number to the Code Red system for any important messages regarding the anticipated impending storm. A mobile application link is also available from the City of Ansonia website on the bottom of the home page. (www.cityofansonia.com)."

Cassetti swears in firefighters at Hilltop Hose in Ansonia

Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti swears in the line and staff officers for 2015 at Hilltop Hose Company 5.

Note: I'm sharing this from the Ansonia Fire Department's Facebook page.

Valley bank donates $5,000 to VEMS for tablets

Valley Emergency Medical Services' operations supervisor Dawn Macharelli trains paramedic student Chad Gomez on a new tablet the organization's crew members will soon be using out in the field. 

Please check out my story posted today in the Valley Independent Sentinel.