"Storm Sandy/Athena” Disaster Information & Resources

United Way 2-1-1 connects Connecticut residents to the help they need 24 hours a day, every day of the year. 2-1-1 is also involved in local disaster planning, response and recovery. Before, during and after a storm, 2-1-1 will help you to access needed resources. Below are the links to local, state and federal disaster information & resources available to Connecticut residents.

Shelter Information

• Mass Care Shelters - Where to find temporary overnight shelter
• Cold Weather Shelters/Warming Centers - Where to find a daytime shelter

Important Resources

• Department of Public Health Boil Water Advisories
• Carbon Monoxide Safety
• School Closures
• City Offices of Emergency Services
• Utility Service Providers
• Insurance Claims Assistance

Storm Damage Reports - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

• In New Haven, Middlesex, Fairfield, New London counties visit http://www.disasterassistance.gov/ or call 1-800-621-FEMA.
• In Tolland, Windham, Hartford & Litchfield counties, dial 2-1-1 or click on this survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SandyExternal

State & Federal Disaster Emergency Service Resources:

• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – Claims Information – 800-621-3362
• Office of Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy
• CT Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP)
• CT Department of Public Health (CTDPH)
• CT Department of Insurance
• American Red Cross of Connecticut
• Red Cross Safe and Well Program
• CT Alert ENS, (www.ctalert.gov) - Register to receive critical information during emergencies

United Way Hurricane Sandy Recovery Fund

• To donate to the United Way Hurricane Sandy Recovery Fund click here: https://donate.unitedwaynyc.org/page/contribute/uwsandyrecovery

2-1-1 eLibrary Papers:

For more information and resources read the 2-1-1 elibrary papers on:

• Winter Storms and Blizzards
• How to Prepare and Safely Weather a Hurricane/Tornado
• How to Prepare and Safely Weather a Flood