WESTPORT – First Selectman Kevin Christie issued the following facts in a 12:45 p.m. bulletin.

Following Saturday’s severe weather, Westport’s Emergency Management Team remains in constant communication with Eversource as restoration efforts continue throughout town.

Eversource crews are actively working to restore power, but this is a significant regional event affecting communities across western Connecticut. Resources are being deployed throughout the region, with additional crews arriving to assist. 

Restoration work is progressing as quickly and as safely as possible.

There is also the potential for additional heavy rainfall later today. Westport is in a moderate risk zone for excessive rainfall through tonight, with the highest threat window between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. The forecast is for two to four inches of rain, at rates as high as two or more inches per hour. This could delay restoration efforts if conditions worsen.

The Department of Public Works, Westport Police, Fire Department, and Eversource continue to coordinate response efforts. Roads impacted by downed utility wires or poles cannot reopen until utility crews have secured the area and it is safe for Public Works crews to complete debris removal.

Town Update

The following is the 11:00 a.m. road status across Westport

• 12 roads are closed and impassable due to downed trees, utility wires, or utility poles.
• Eight additional roads are only one lane wide, with active wire hazards present. Motorists should use extreme caution and expect delays.
• Two locations remain unverified and require field assessment to confirm current conditions.

Eversource Update

• Westport is one of five towns Eversource has flagged with the highest concentration of unresolved priority restoration events.
• Crews continue to prioritize clearing blocked roads before transitioning to broader power restoration as additional personnel begin their shifts.
• Approximately 100 customers had power restored overnight.

As of this morning:

• 668 customers remain without power across 58 outage events.
• The three largest outage locations account for approximately 390 customers.
• 36 of the remaining 55 outage locations involve single-customer outages.

Important Safety Reminders

Continue to exercise caution while recovery efforts are underway.

• Always assume downed wires are energized. Stay well away from any fallen wires or damaged utility equipment.
• Pedestrians, cyclists, runners, and motorists should use extra caution when traveling.
• Children should not play near downed trees, as hidden live electrical wires may be present.

Generator and Carbon Monoxide Safety

To protect yourself and your family:

• Operate all generators—portable or permanently installed—outside in a well-ventilated area, at least 10–15 feet away from doors, windows, and vents.
• Never operate a generator inside a home or an attached garage, even if the garage door is open.