Cristin McCarthy Vahey

As summer winds down, students and teachers return to school and we all wonder what happens next with the Coronavirus, please join me in sticking with the tried and true public health solutions that have put us in such a strong position here in Connecticut.

Thursday, another storm tore through our state, leaving thousands in some communities without power and prompting the Governor to declare a State of Emergency.

Over the course of the pandemic, I, like all of you, have read many articles about the virus, what we can do and what lies ahead. Sometimes one strikes you, whether for the data or for the perspective.

As I write this afternoon, there are thunderstorms on the horizon. 2020 has been a stormy year, both figuratively and literally.

Those of us who are parents of school aged children were surprised this morning with the much anticipated news of “cohort” assignments.

I hope this message finds you with electricity in your homes. As of 6:15 Monday evening, 356 homes remain without power. I know it has been a long week for so many and we will talk more about this storm and the response, including both a PURA and legislative investigation.

Some of you may be reading this by candlelight Abraham Lincoln style. As of this writing, 47% of the town is still without power. Earlier today, First Selectwoman Kupchick invited members of the state delegation to participate in the Emergency Operation Command meeting.

Hurricane season hit hard yesterday and today we are beginning what is likely to be a protracted recovery. Below is information as of mid-afternoon on Wednesday. Given what I have learned, much patience and cooperation will be needed in the coming days. Please reach out if you need assistance.