Storm Flooding

We could use more attention from the media re the flooding in Greenfield and the rest of Franklin County than we've received, so far. We're under a flash flood warning and a flood warning. Keep a close eye on road closures (as of this writing, 91N and S between 27 and 24; Main Street at the Green River (D&D), parts of Mill Street, and I'm sure there are more. We've been asked not to travel before 6am unless it's absolutely necessary.

Mass DOT, FIREGROUND 360 on Facebook and Twitter have been useful sources of information on breaking stories. CBS 3 Springfield, WWLP Channel 22, and MassLive have also had coverage.

The CT River won't crest until tomorrow or Tuesday. More flooding will come. Stay safe.

Thoughts also go out to our neighbors in Shelburne Falls, Brattleboro, and all the many other localities affected by the storm. Much appreciation for the hard work from all emergency service personnel who, I'm sure, have had a very long day.

Storm Safety

The Greenfield Middle School, 195 Federal Street, will open as a Red Cross emergency shelter at 7pm this evening and will remain open as needed. The shelter, a joint effort of Greenfield, Montague, Gill, and Erving, is open to anyone in the county.

Basic storm prep: remove anything that can blow around from the yard and porches; stock up on water (tap is fine), a gallon per person per day; batteries and flashlights. I've been tracking the storm via www.wwlp.com. Be prepared for lots of rain and wind, anticipate power outages, take the storm seriously, and stay safe.