07/05/2026
Last night, much of Connecticut experienced severe thunderstorms that produced damaging winds and hail, bringing down trees and power lines, closing roads, and displacing residents from their homes. At the height of the storm, Eversource and UI reported nearly 100,000 customers without power. Many communities issued shelter-in-place orders and declared local states of emergency as crews began responding to the widespread damage. Fortunately, Farmington was spared the worst of the storm.
A huge thank you to our volunteers who spent part of their Fourth of July evening serving our community. From last night into this morning, Farmington crews responded to numerous calls involving downed trees and power lines. Our personnel also assisted neighboring mutual aid departments, many of which were overwhelmed with dozens of emergency calls in the immediate aftermath of the storm.
As cleanup continues, please remember that many town crews and utility workers are still clearing debris, repairing damaged infrastructure, and restoring power. Additional heavy rain is expected over the next few days, so please use extra caution.
â ď¸ If you come across a downed power line, always assume it is energized. Stay away, keep others away, and call 911 immediately. Never drive through standing water, as conditions beneath the surface can be impossible to judge.
Stay safe, and enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend.