Major Accidents Reported + Dulos Case Update: CT News
Good morning. Connecticut,
Temperatures begin to slowly warm-up on Tuesday. Temperatures will rise into the low 40s under cloudy skies, mid 40s and sunshine on Wednesday, colder on Thursday with high temperatures only into the upper 30s, and even colder on Friday. We could even see snow and rain showers Saturday night and Sunday. (See below for details on accidents and delays across Connecticut).
Here is a look at some of the top stories across CT:
’It's Time For A Change,' Popular TV News Anchor Says
The popular TV news anchor is departing a Connecticut television station and explains why.>>>Read More.
Beloved High School Teacher, Coach Dies: District
A beloved teacher and coach of several athletic teams, has died.>>>Read More.
‘Disturbing Letter’ Sent To Superintendent: Mayor
Police are investigating after a letter containing “threatening and hateful” language was sent to the home of the schools’ superintendent.>>>Read More.
Victims Identified In Wrong-Way Crash That Killed 4
Four people were killed in a wrong-way crash, and four others died in separate crashes on CT highways.>>>Read More.
Wrong-way fatal crashes leads to action on the part of the state
A total of six people were killed in two fatal wrong-way crashes in Meriden and Hartford this past weekend. WTNH News 8 reports that the state is about to take action to try and make it less likely that wrong-way crashes can happen in the future.
The state Department of Transportation plans to "deploy wrong-way detection systems with flashing red lights at 15 high-risk locations across the state," News 8 reports. They go on to say that a warning system of some sort is on the table too. (Read More at News 8).
Dulos case update
Hearst CT reports that the attorney for Michelle Troconis is appealing a judge's ruling that prohibits access to a transcript from Jennifer and Fotis Dulos’ divorce proceedings. The transcript in question focuses on a "family court psychological evaluation report on the Dulos family," according to Hearst CT. Troconis' attorney claimed in a legal filing that the transcript should never have been sealed and should be released publicly, Hearst reports. Troconis' next court date is scheduled for March 29. (Read More at Hearst CT).
Some sweet news
Beginning on March 4, you can get a free "classic donut" at Dunkin' on Fridays during the month of March with a purchase of a beverage, WTNH News 8 reported. The offer is being made in support of the UConn Huskies basketball team during March Madness. (Read More at News 8).
Coronavirus update for CT
The coronavirus infection rate from the past weekend was 2.58 percent as there were 1,012 confirmed cases out of 39,153 tests. The number of hospitalizations dropped by 47 to 188. Less than two months ago, Connecticut was nearing 2,000 COVID-19 related hospitalizations.
Here are the conditions on CTs major roadways:
Some earlier accidents have now been cleared.
From Newington Police: TRAFFIC ALERT: A multi car crash on Cedar St (Rt175) at Vincent Dr has traffic restricted to one lane in each direction. Expect delays. Use alternate routes.
THOMPSON - Road Work on I-395 Northbound between Exits 50 and 53 (3.5 miles) in effect today until 3:05 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:05 am.
THOMPSON - Road Work on I-395 Southbound between Exits 53 and 47 (6.3 miles) in effect today until 3:06 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:06 am.
THOMPSON - Road Work on I-395 Southbound between Exits 53 and 50 (3.4 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:28 am.
PLAINVILLE - Road Work on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 35 and 36 (0.6 miles) in effect today until 3:30 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:05 am.
STRATFORD - Road Work on I-95 Northbound between Exits 32 and 33 (1.0 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:46 am.
EAST HAVEN - Crash (Box Truck) on I-95 Northbound between Exits 51 and 53. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 10:09 am.
NORTH HAVEN - Road Work on RT15 Southbound between Exits 63 and 62 (1.7 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:20 am.
STRATFORD - Road Work on RT15 Southbound between Exits 53 and 52 (0.1 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:29 am.
FAIRFIELD - Road Work on RT15 Southbound between Exits 44 and 42 (5.6 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 10:03 am.
E. HARTFORD - Road Work on RT2 Westbound between Exits 5D and 2W (3.4 miles) in effect today until 3:29 pm. The right and center lanes are closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:40 am.
E. HARTFORD - Road Work on RT2 Eastbound between Exits 3 and 7 (4.6 miles) in effect today until 3:30 pm. The left and center lanes are closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 10:17 am.
THOMASTON - Road Work on RT8 Southbound between Exits 38 and 37 (3.5 miles) in effect today until 3:29 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:58 am.
FARMINGTON - Road Work on RT9 Southbound from I-84 to Exit 23 (7.3 miles) in effect today until 3:30 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Tuesday, March 1 at 9:42 am.
This article originally appeared on the Milford Patch
