Emergency Management

• Make plans that help you and your family to reunite, communicate, take shelter, or even evacuate, should a disaster strike. 
• Assemble and store a kit that ensures you and your family can survive for at least three (3) days on your own. 
• Volunteer with a local organization to help before and after a disaster. 

PREPAREDNESS TIPS

Attacks in Public Places

Extreme Heat

Floods

Frigid Weather

Home Fires

Hurricanes

Pandemics

Power Outages

Thunderstorms

Wildlife

Winter Storms

Please help the Fire Department and protect neighboring properties by shoveling around fire hydrants.

Mission Statement

We aim to provide superior service and support to all Town residents, including those with any access and functional needs by educating on and modeling personal preparedness, sharing resources on managing emergencies, and information on where and when to shelter in place or evacuate as indicated. The program maintains a strong emphasis on personal preparedness throughout all aspects of the disaster lifecycle.

Please visit our webpage for further information on the Medical Resiliency Program. 

Questions can be directed to Melissa Marquis, Medical Resiliency Coordinator at melissa.marquis@westhartfordct.gov or 860-561-7911. 

https://dhcc.org/resources/emergency-preparedness/

https://portal.ct.gov/DEMHS/Emergency-Management/Resources-For-Individuals/Resouces-for-the-Deaf-and-Hard-of-Hearing

Per Town ordinance, West Hartford property owners are responsible for removing snow and ice from the sidewalk along their property line within 12 hours after the storm or sunrise, whichever is later, and keeping them clear of snow and ice. Heavily used sidewalks near schools and public buildings, and the commercial areas are particularly important. To report a snow clearing violation, please call the West Hartford Police Department at (860) 523-5203.

It is important for property owners to consider people with disabilities or individuals who may use mobility devices to navigate town sidewalks and pedestrian routes as they are clearing snow and ice. Ensure sidewalks and curb ramps at intersections/street crossings provide enough clear width to traverse. Snow should also be entirely removed from accessible/handicap parking spaces and their adjacent access aisle. Snow must not be placed in accessible parking spaces or access aisles.

The WHFD keeps an updated database of residents that would need, perhaps, more assistance should an incident occur at their residence.  Please complete the online Special Needs Registry form.