Storm Updates + Naval Base Reopens

Groton CT

23 August, 2021

4:00 PM

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Welcome back, Groton. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Aug. 24. First, today's weather: Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 86 Low: 71. Here are the top stories in Groton today: Utility crews work to restore power to homes in Groton: Several homes lost power when Tropical Storm Henri hit the region Sunday. (FOX 61) Naval Submarine Base open for normal operations: The naval base has reopened for normal operations after being closed to all except essential personnel due to the tropical storm. (theday.com)City Of Groton: Mayor's Message – Hurricane Henri: Mayor Keith Hedrick released a video regarding the impact of the storm. (Press Release Desk) Ledge Light Offers Free COVID-19 Vaccines with $20 Gift Card at Pop-Up Clinics; Tomorrow in Groton (lymeline.com) Region 'dodges a bullet' with Tropical Storm Henri (theday.com) Today's Groton Daily is brought to you by Ring, makers of home alarm systems. Ring alarm systems start as low as $199, and Ring offers free advice by phone on how to set up a system in your own home. Click here to learn more. Thank you Ring for helping to make local news happen in Groton! Today in Groton Adult Grab & Go Craft Kits - Groton Public Library (10:00 AM) Oceanographic Cruise with Project Oceanology (1:00 PM) Groton Patch Notebook Town of Groton Senior Center: "Our group is having a great time at Fenway this afternoon!!" (Facebook) Town of Groton: "Please read the article Effectiveness of Mask Wearing to Control Community Spread of SARS-CoV-2 recommended to be distributed by Ledge Light Health District https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2776536" (Facebook) Submarine Force Museum Association, Home of the USS Nautilus: "We are back open! Please wear your mask. For more details please visit https://ussnautilus.org/" (Facebook) Groton Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention: "Trauma informed teachers and school saff! #handlewithcare" (Facebook) The Light House: "Always so appreciative of our friends at Scrap It Up Blue." (Facebook) City of Groton Government: "HENRI DOWNGRADED TO A TROPICAL DEPRESSION…. POTENTIAL FOR WIDESPREAD THUNDERSTORMS ON MONDAY… At 8:00 PM the center of Tropical Depression Henri was located approximately 10 miles southwest of Hartford. T.D. Henri is moving to the west n..." (Facebook) MWR Subase Nlon: "This week from the Library! Tuesday-8/24 (TOMORROW) Special Facebook Live 10am- Special guest -Fun School related craft and we will read "Monkey Not Ready for Kindergarten" by Marc Brown - No registration required Wednesday- 8/25- Virtua..." (Facebook) Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Groton, CT: "We will be open for business as usual. The Office is open from 8am-4pm and Thrift Store from 10am-1pm. Please stop by if you need assistance. We are here for you!" (Facebook) City of Groton Government: "T.S. HENRI CONTINUES MOVING THRU CONNECTICUT AT THIS TIME…TROPICAL STORM WARNINGS REMAIN IN EFFECT FOR THE ENTIRE STATE…FLOOD WARNINGS CONTINUE IN EFFECT AS MODERATE TO HEAVY RAIN CONTINUES TO FALL ACROSS WESTERN CONNECTICUT… At 4:00 PM ..." (Facebook) MWR Subase Nlon: "Seats Available- Lodge Box 159 Row CC, 9,10,11,12 Indians Saturday, September 4 4:10 PM $88 (4 tickets left) Indians Sunday, September 5 1:10 PM $88(Only 2 tickets left!) Orioles Saturday, September 18 1:10 PM $88 (4 tickets left) Oriole..." (Facebook) Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Groton, CT: "Learning about your credit score, doesn't have to be a chore! NMCRS has you covered with this short video about credit scores. #budgeting #budget #money #financialfreedom #militaryfamily #USNavy #Marines #NavyReadiness" (Facebook) Groton Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention: "Sleep is important! #backtoschool What are your tips?" (Facebook) Bill Memorial Library: "Join us this Thursday at 10:00 under the shady trees and be sure to bring your singing voices!" (Facebook) City of Groton Government: "T.S. HENRI CONTINUES MOVING THRU CONNECTICUT AT THIS TIME…TROPICAL STORM WARNINGS HAVE BEEN DISCONTINUED…FLOOD WATCHES HAVE BEEN EXTENDED FOR THE POTENTIAL FOR WIDESPREAD THUNDERSTORMS ON MONDAY… At 6:00 PM the center of Tropical Storm H..." (Facebook) Groton Public Library: "COMMUNITY SHARE: Groton residents and small businesses, take the Groton Prudent Power Pledge! The Town of Groton invites you to choose three energy conservation actions to help save the planet and your wallet and then commit to undertaki..." (Facebook) Fleet and Family Support Center New London: "Navy Team New London members and families impacted by Henri may fill out Needs Assessment All individuals who may have been negatively impacted by Tropical Storm Henri may fill out a Needs Assessment via Navy Family Accountability and As..." (Facebook) Town of Groton Parks and Recreation: "Please help Bike Groton bring a new and exciting bike riding activity to Groton and Southeastern Connecticut. Donate today at www.gofundme.com/f/groton-pump-track" (Facebook) Groton Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention: "American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Connecticut Chapter" (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Catch the Biggest Bluefish this weekend and win $25,000! (August 28) Add your event Announcements: MWC Thrift Shop $5.00 Bag Sale This Week! (Details) Add your announcement Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. He has previously worked for publications such as The New Haven Register and The Iowa City Press-Citizen. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Groton Daily? You can reach me at [email protected].