Connecticut
Twenty-one people taken to CT hospitals for possible carbon monoxide exposure,
Twenty-one people were taken to Connecticut hospitals early Saturday to be checked for carbon monoxide exposure, officials said.
The emergency “carbon monoxide call” came at 2:45 a.m Saturday and the Bridgeport Fire Department responded to 22 Oak St., Bridgeport spokesperson Tiadora Josef said.
“Levels of CO were found to be 2100 parts per million,” Josef said. “Some of the residents were exhibiting CO-poisoning symptoms.”
Josef said a total of 21 residents were transported to St. Vincent’s Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital for evaluation.
“The power to the building had been shut down due to a recent bus fire at this location,” Josef said. “A generator was found running in the basement, which is” allegedly “the cause of the extremely high levels of carbon monoxide.”
The incident is under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s Office, Josef said.
Josef said the Bridgeport Fire Department remind residents “when using a generator to keep it outside and away from enclosed spaces like homes, garages, and crawl spaces,” and that carbon monoxide from generators is colorless and odorless and can be deadly. ”
Josef also noted that “smoke alarms save lives” and Bridgeport residents can call the Bridgeport Fire Department at 203-335-8835 to have your free smoke alarm installed.
WETHERSFIELD, Conn. (WFSB) – A tractor trailer’s diesel fuel saddle tank ruptured on I-91 north between exits 25 and 27, state police said.
Approximately 25 to 30 gallons of fuel was released to the road surface, according to the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. No ground soil or waterways were involved, DEEP said.
The two right lanes were closed, according to the state Department of Transportation.
No other vehicles were involved and no injuries were reported, state police said.
Wethersfield Fire Department solidified the diesel fuel on the ground surface with Speedy Dry, DEEP said. An environmental cleanup contractor was en route for cleanup.
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WESTPORT — A two-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 caused a traffic slowdown stretching for miles into Fairfield Friday afternoon, according to state officials.
The crash scene has since been cleared.
Connecticut State Police said the two-car crash was reported near Exit 17 in the southbound lanes at 3:03 p.m.
One driver was taken to the hospital for reported injuries, the agency said.
The crash closed the right lane of the highway, causing cars and trucks to be backed up for miles along I-95 into Fairfield, traffic cameras showed.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Connecticut
Joe Deko Appointed to State Legislature’s Group Studying Prepaid Funeral Contracts to Protect Consumers
- Reviewing contract structures: Examining issues related to pre-need funeral contracts and cremation service agreements.
- Strengthening oversight: Recommending stronger consumer protections and improvements to state regulation of the funeral services industry.
- Developing compensation mechanisms: Creating rules for distributing funds to affected consumers and exploring the framework for a future industry-backed guarantee fund.
Deko took to Facebook to share the news.
“I am honored to announce my appointment to the Connecticut State working group focused on reviewing and strengthening Connecticut’s prepaid funeral laws.
This important effort brings together professionals and stakeholders committed to ensuring that prepaid funeral arrangements continue to serve and protect Connecticut families while maintaining the highest standards within our profession.
I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute my experience and perspective to this process and look forward to working collaboratively with fellow members of the group.
A special thank you to Senator Paul Cicarella for his confidence in me and for entrusting me with this appointment. Your support and leadership are greatly appreciated. I look forward to helping shape thoughtful policies that will benefit Connecticut families and the funeral profession for years to come.”
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