Flash Flooding Causes Road Closures and Rescues in Connecticut
Flash Flooding Causes Road Closures and Rescues in Connecticut
US · Published Sep 14, 2026
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have caused significant flash flooding across parts of Connecticut, leading to road closures and emergency rescues.
The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings for central Fairfield County, Middlesex County, southern New Haven County, and southwestern New London County on Sunday morning.

Impact & Risks

The flash flooding has caused widespread disruptions, including road closures, power outages, and stranded vehicles. In Westport, emergency crews conducted multiple rescues of individuals trapped in vehicles. Fairfield and Greenwich also reported numerous flooded roadways and underpasses, with several vehicles stuck in rising waters. The flooding has impacted small creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, and low-lying regions, posing risks to motorists and residents. Power outages were reported, with approximately 350 Eversource customers and 137 United Illuminating customers affected as of 4 p.m. EDT.

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