HURRICANE SANDY PREPARATIONS
OCTOBER 29, 2012
4 p.m.
Middlebury Police & Fire personnel continue to closely monitor the path of Hurricane Sandy. Weather forecasts continue to predict that prolonged heavy winds with strong wind gusts will be the primary concern in our area and may result in damage from falling branches and trees.
Town Public Works personnel are on stand-by to clear downed trees and branches on Town roads. For residents clearing downed trees and branches, please follow the advice of Vermont Emergency Management: "if you come across a downed power line, never touch it - all power lines should be treated as if they are live at all times. When clearing downed trees be sure they are not in contact with power lines as trees can conduct electricity and you can be electrocuted."
With high winds anticipated, anything outdoors which can become airborne should be taken in as a precaution: flags, political signs, sandwich board signs, etc. Though small in size, these items can be hazardous in high-wind conditions.
River levels will also continue to be monitored throughout the storm as a precaution. Rescue and evacuation teams are on standby, if needed.
Although we do not believe it will be needed at this time, the emergency shelter at the Municipal Gymnasium is prepared to accommodate those in need of shelter due to potentially hazardous conditions or storm damage. Buses from Addison County Transit Resources (ACTR) are on stand-by to assist with evacuations, if needed.
Emergency response personnel will continue to monitor the weather throughout the night. Emergency updates will be issued as necessary and will be posted the Town's website, www.middlebury.govoffice.com
and on the Middlebury Police Department's Facebook page:
Additionally, Vermont Emergency Management has provided the following contact information:
In case of an emergency: 911
For shelter information, evacuation information, and other disaster resources: 2-1-1
Road Closures: 5-1-1 or www.511vt.com
If you see a downed power line: contact your local utility
VEM Web Site: http://vem.vermont.gov
For more preparedness tips visit: http://vem.vermont.gov/preparedness
Weather Forecast: www.weather.gov/btv
Vermont Emergency Management on Facebook:
