SAVE THE DATE - August 27, 2026: DFSA Public Fire & Life Safety Educator's Conference   This full-day event ($35, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) focuses on Public Education and Community Risk Reduction (CRR) practices, approved for Fire Marshal CEUs. @CTDESPP

For 30 years, the CT Fire Academy Cadet Program has helped develop the next generation of Connecticut firefighters and public safety leaders. Join us June 27 at 9:00 a.m. as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary of the cadet program and recognize our newest cadet graduates.

Shoveling Safety Reminder As you venture out to start or finish the clean up, make your safety the priority Snow removal is hard work and can put serious strain on your body. Each year, we see injuries and cardiac events during cleanup. @CTDESPP @CTDEMHS

Power Outages occurring Report all to your power company & do not approach any wires Safety comes first. Take precautions and protect yourself and your neighbors. #PowerOutage #WinterStorm #GeneratorSafety #PublicSafety #CTFireAcademy @CTDESPP @GovNedLamont @CTDEMHS

Blizzard Conditions Continue Across the State If you must head outside there are precautions that should be taken Your safety comes first #BlizzardWarning #WinterStorm #ShovelingSafety #PublicSafety #CTFireAcademy @CTDEMHS @CTDESPP @GovNedLamont

Final Blizzard Prep 🚫 Check parking bans 🪑 Secure loose outdoor items 🔋 Charge phones & flashlights ❄️ Prep snow equipment ⚡ Test generators outdoor only A little prep now prevents problems later @CTDESPP @GovNedLamont #BlizzardPrep #WinterStorm #BePrepared #CTFireAcademy

Storm Impact & Emergency Access Help responders: 🚗 Stay off roads unless necessary 🚜 Give plows room 🚒 Clear driveways 🚧 Don’t block streets 💧 Make hydrants accessible Every clear path speeds emergency response. @CTDESPP @CTDEMHS @CT_STATE_POLICE @GovNedLamont

Storm impact underway Help responders ✔ Stay off roads ✔ Give plows room to operate ✔ Keep hydrants clear as snow builds Every cleared hydrant and empty roadway helps emergency crews reach calls faster @CTDEMHS @CTDESPP @GovNedLamont @CT_STATE_POLICE @CTDOTOfficial

Cold weather increases fire risk. 🔥 Space heater safety: Keep 3 feet from combustibles Never leave unattended Plug directly into wall outlets 🚫 Never use ovens or grills for heat. Serious fire & CO danger. Let’s reduce winter fire spikes. Stay safe. @GovNedLamont @CTDEMHS

@GovNedLamont Activates Connecticut Emergency Operations Center Ahead of Major Winter Storm @CTDESPP @CTDOTOfficial @CT_STATE_POLICE @CTDEMHS portal.ct.gov/governor/news/…

MAJOR WINTER STORM UPDATE FROM DESPP/DEMHS AT 10:00 AM HIGH IMPACT WINTER STORM EXPECTED TOMORROW INTO MONDAY @CTDESPP @CTDEMHS @CT_STATE_POLICE @CTDOTOfficial facebook.com/share/p/17nusNM…

Are you signed up for CT Alerts? If you live in Connecticut, CT Alerts is a great way to stay informed and receive emergency notifications for your area. You can sign up for CT Alerts at lnkd.in/dcskjG6 @CTDESPP @CTDEMHS @GovNedLamont @CTDOTOfficial @CT_STATE_POLICE