Farmington Events Canceled Due to Weather

In light of forecasted storms, several events in town today have been canceled.

Winding Trails, which was planning a benefit concert with the band In Deep, has called off tonight’s event and the Farmington Land Trust has canceled its Stroll on the Land. That event will be rescheduled for some time in the fall.

The Farmington Public Schools’ Suzuki String Camp has canceled a concert planned for tonight. The camp will hold a concert on Friday at 10:30 a.m.

CL&P reports the company has also prepared for the storms, forecast as severe thunderstorms with possible flashflooding and a tornado watch.

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has partially activated the state’s Emergency Operations Center at 3:30 p.m. today to monitor and manage any issues.

“After assessing the situation with emergency management officials, I have directed a partial activation of the EOC beginning at 3:30 today,” Malloy said.  “This will allow us to better coordinate with municipalities and state agencies, and respond quickly should we have power outages or other damage from these potential storms. I encourage Connecticut residents to closely monitor weather conditions throughout the day and evening, and take proper precautions to stay safe.”

Currently, severe weather is forecasted to enter the state from the northwest later this afternoon and continue throughout tonight. Frequent lightening, strong wind gusts up to 58 mph, hail, and flash flooding is possible with these storms. 

Below are some recommended severe thunderstorm safety tips:

  -Watch the sky for approaching dark clouds, increasing winds, and flashes of light. 
  
  -If thunder can be heard, you are close enough to the storm to be struck by lightning, and you should take shelter immediately.   
  
  -Keep up to date on weather forecasts through local TV broadcasts and radio.

  -Avoid using electrical equipment/appliances, and preferably unplug things such as televisions, air conditioners, and computers. Electrical lines are excellent conductors of electricity.

  -Do not take baths or showers during storms, as water is an excellent conductor of electricity. Use as little water as possible during storms.
  
  -Draw blinds and shades over windows as a precaution to prevent windows shattering into your home, should they be broken by blowing debris.

  -Stay away from all types of bodies of water. If you are boating or swimming, get to land and find shelter immediately.  

   -Secure outdoor objects, such as lawn furniture, that could blow away or cause damage or injury.