Important Contact Information and Safety Tips

As we continue to assess and clean up from this week’s devastating storms, I wanted to pass along important information and tips that may help you or your family during this difficult time.

WALLINGFORD ELECTRIC

Power outages and other emergencies (24 hours) 203-265-5055

More information on storm outage safety: http://www.town.wallingford.ct.us/Content/Extended_Outage_Information.asp

UNITED ILLUMINATING

To report downed power lines or damaged electrical equipment, call 800 722-5584 (800.7.CALL UI).  www.uinet.com

EVERSORCE

Call Eversource at 800-286-2000 to report an electric outage, or go online at www.eversource.com. Follow Eversource on Twitter (@EversourceCT) and Facebook (facebook.com/EversourceCT). Sign up to receive storm outage updates via text, email, phone call at www.eversource.com.For gas leaks, call 877-944-5325

INSURANCE QUESTIONS?

Questions about your insurance and storm damage? Contact insurance@ct.gov or check out these tips:  http://www.ct.gov/cid/cwp/view.asp?q=254640

SAFETY

• Falling branches and uprooted trees can become tangled with electrical wires and become energized.  Please stay clear and report any fallen trees or wires immediately.
• If you use a generator, always operate it outdoors and as far from the house as possible. Keep it away from doors, windows and air vents to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
• The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu. If you suspect carbon monoxide is present in your home, go outside immediately and breathe deeply; then call 911.

ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE

If you need additional assistance, call Connecticut’s toll-free Infoline, 211, for information, referrals and other services.