09/13/2026
The Westport Fire Department and Office of Emergency Management are urging residents to stay home and off the roads as significant flash flooding continues to impact Westport.
Multiple streets throughout town are flooded, and emergency crews are responding to numerous storm-related incidents, including motorists stranded in vehicles, flooded basements, carbon monoxide alarms and other emergencies. Several roadways are currently impassable due to high water, and conditions may continue to deteriorate as heavy rain persists.
“Right now, we are asking residents to stay home and stay off the roads. Please do not go out until the storm has passed and conditions have improved,” said Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Nicholas L. Marsan. “Never attempt to drive through a flooded roadway. Turn around and find an alternate route.”
The National Weather Service has extended the Flash Flood Warning for southern Fairfield County, including Westport, until 11:00 a.m. Heavy rainfall continues, and additional flooding is possible.
Westport Fire, Police and Emergency Management personnel are actively responding to flooding-related incidents throughout town. Residents should avoid flooded streets, underpasses, low-lying areas and other areas prone to flooding.
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Stay home. Stay off the roads. Never drive through floodwaters.