Drought Impact Reporter

State of emergency in Connecticut due to fire danger
11/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

CATEGORIES:

Fire
Relief, Response & Restrictions

AFFECTED AREAS:

Connecticut
Fairfield County, CT
Hartford County, CT
Litchfield County, CT
Middlesex County, CT
New Haven County, CT
New London County, CT
Tolland County, CT
Windham County, CT

Start Date: 10/25/2024 - End Date: 11/21/2024

The state of emergency remained in effect for Connecticut. WTNH (New Haven, Ct.), Nov 21, 2024 Gov. Lamont declared a state of emergency for Connecticut due to drought, increased fire risk and fire activity. Connecticut residents were urged to avoid outdoor burning amid the critical fire weather. WTNH (New Haven, Ct.), Oct 25, 2024

Sources

WTNH . State of emergency declared due to Connecticut fire weather conditions - WTNH-TV ABC 8 New Haven (CT). Friday, October 25, 2024 https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/state-of-emergency-declared-due-to-connecticut-fire-weather-conditions/.
WTNH . Most of Connecticut in ‘severe’ drought - WTNH (CT). Thursday, November 21, 2024 https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/most-of-connecticut-in-severe-drought/.
CT Insider . 9 CT brush fires ignite over weekend, 82 being monitored as rain offers little relief, officials say - CT Insider (CT). Monday, November 11, 2024 https://www.ctinsider.com/weather/article/ct-brush-fires-risk-historic-drought-19906052.php.

State of emergency in Connecticut due to fire danger11/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

State of emergency in Connecticut due to fire danger
11/21/2024 12:00:00 AM