Concerning COVID-19 Numbers Involving Teens + Unhealthy Air In CT

Milford CT

26 August, 2021

8:55 AM

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Good morning Connecticut, It's another hot day. A heat advisory is in effect for most of the state until 8 p.m. as it may feel as hot as 100 degrees again. Also, an air quality alert has been issued for portions of the state. "An air quality action day means that ozone within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards," the National Weather Service said. Sufficed to say, if you need to be outdoors Thursday, be careful and make sure you're well hydrated. And some not so great news about the weekend weather forecast. A couple of days ago the forecast seemed to favor more sun than clouds, but right now the weekend looks mostly cloudy and showers and thunderstorms are possible both days. Not a washout for the weekend, but definitely not great either. Here are 10 trending news stories from all across Connecticut. 1. On Wednesday, Gov. Ned Lamont was heckled by a group of parents who oppose their children having to wear masks in schools to begin the school year. That made headlines across the state, and you can view that story and video here. Also, noteworthy is that hospitalizations dropped by 13 over the past 24 hours in CT. You can view your town's latest COVID-19 numbers, updates here. 2. WFSB 3 TV shared a story that 16 and 17 year-olds are having the most new coronavirus infections currently across the United States. (Read more here). 3. A Connecticut woman was struck by an Amazon van, police said. She is currently in the hospital. (Read More here at Fox 61.) 4. As coronavirus cases continue to rise in CT, a group of parents has launched a petition to have remote learning as an option for the upcoming school year. (Read more at Fox 61). (Read the parents petition here). 5. A man is accused of robbing a bank in CT with a pretend gun and then fleeing in a taxi. Police announced an arrest. (Read more here.) 6. A major concert series in CT will require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test when shows begin in September. (Read more here.) 7. A Connecticut agency expects to welcome 300-400 Afghan refugees over the next 12 months. (Read more here.) 8. A major mall will set off fireworks to kick off the Labor Day weekend in CT. (Read more here). 9. An important story by CTNewsJunkie.com. CVH Staff Say Shortages Endanger Patients, Limit Care. Read more here. 10. Mystic Aquarium Raises $3.5 Million For Beluga Whales If you're nearby, and it's for a good cause! Here's a great way to beat the heat and help a great cause. Amber Lehrman is raising money for the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut. From 12-9pm her team Awesome Amber Skye is hosting a frozen yogurt party at Zack's Frozen Yogurt in Stratford. @FOX61News @MyDSACT pic.twitter.com/aUa91e8ZNk— Keith McGilvery (@Keith_McGilvery) August 26, 2021 Definitely worth a read! A pink pup born deaf and blind has become a household name in CT. He even inspired an educational program for students. News 8's @AnnNyberg has more from Dr. Melissa Shapiro, Piglet's owner, about her book and how Piglet inspires people everywhere >> https://t.co/tTdOLPTzzD pic.twitter.com/ScLxSnb1h3— WTNH News 8 (@WTNH) August 26, 2021 National Dog Day! WTNH News 8 anchor Laura Hutchinson reminds us that it's National Dog Day! If you'd like to share a picture of your dog on Patch, email them to [email protected]. Please include your hometown. When you submit your photo(s) to this callout, you confirm that you took the photo(s) yourself and authorize its use across all Patch platforms and affiliates. National Dog Day Love Love catching these two loving up on each other. Send us your pictures! #nationaldogday @WTNH pic.twitter.com/mHW0JmeJ0H— Laura Hutchinson (@LauraHutch8) August 26, 2021 Here are traffic issues on CT's major roadway Thursday morning THOMPSON - Road Work on I-395 Northbound between Exits 50 and 53 (3.5 miles) in effect today until 4:03 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 7:03 am. DANBURY - Road Work on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 2 and 3 (2.5 miles) in effect today until 4:23 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 8:23 am. DANBURY - Road Work on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 5 and 9 (6.2 miles) in effect today until 4:55 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 9:55 am. NEW LONDON - Road Work on I-95 Northbound between Exits 83 and 85 (1.5 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 8:51 am. NORTH HAVEN - Road Work on RT15 Northbound between Exits 63 and 64 (5.0 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 9:01 am. WESTPORT - Road Work on I-95 Northbound between Exits 18 and 19 (2.6 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 9:08 am. WESTPORT - Road Work on RT15 Northbound between Exits 40B and 44 (1.8 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 9:43 am. STAMFORD - Delays. I-95 Southbound is congested between Exits 9 and 6 (2.7 miles). Reported Thursday, August 26 at 7:50 am. ROCKY HILL - Rocky Hill Ferry CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WATERS. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 6:30 am. N. STONINGTON - RT 49 CLOSED BETWEEN REUTEMANN RD AND HANGMAN HILL RD because of a Tree Down with Wires. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 5:31 am. TRUMBULL - Delays. RT15 Southbound is congested between Exits 47 and 33 (19.8 miles). Reported Thursday, August 26 at 6:37 am. TRUMBULL - Road Work on RT25 Northbound between Exits 7 and 9 (1.6 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left and center lanes are closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 7:12 am.8/26/21, 7:06 AM TRUMBULL - Road Work on RT25 Southbound between Exits 9 and 8 in effect today until 4:00 pm. The 2 left lanes are closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 9:11 am. DARIEN - I-95 Northbound is congested between Exits 11 and 13 (1.8 miles) because of Road Work between Exits 13 and 14 (1.9 miles). Road Work in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 10:10 am. WATERFORD - Road Work on I-95 Southbound between Exits 82 and 81 (0.8 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, August 26 at 9:55 am.