August 14, 2014

GOV. MALLOY PARTIALLY ACTIVATES THE STATE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER

State of Emergency Declared in New London Earlier Today

(HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy has partially activated the state's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to monitor and manage any issues that may arise as a result of a severe water main break in the City of New London.

"After assessing the situation with emergency management officials, I have directed a partial activation of the state EOC," said Governor Malloy. "This will allow us to continue to support requests for assistance and maintain a unified coordinated response to help the City of New London. I have spoken to Mayor Finizio and offered any state resources that may be necessary."

DESPP's Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security has been in close contact with the City of New London since the incident began and will continue to provide assistance as needed.

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For Immediate Release: August 14, 2014

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