Saturday, October 27, 2012
Need help during the storm? Here's a list of emergency phone numbers to keep handy.
From emergency numbrs for National Grid to local emergency response officials, we've compiled a list of emergency phone numbers for North Kingstown during the hurricane. To report a power outage or downed lines, contact National Grid at – 800-465-1212 To report a gas leak, contact National Grid at – 800-465-1595 For immediate police/fire/rescue, call 911. For non-emergency help, call 211. For traffic reports, call 511. For the State Emergency Management Agency, call 401-946-9996. For evacuation routes, click here. Receive text alerts from National Grid by texting STORM to NGRID (64743) Search for outages in your area with National Grid's Outage Map. North Kingstown Police Department – 401-294-3311 (for emergencies) and 401-294-…
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Get the latest news on Hurricane Irene with our Hurricane Blog.
Thursday, 12:25 p.m. The North Kingtown Police Department would like to remind residents not to tamper, disable or remove generators that are connected to broadband and communication networks. These generators have been set up to restore "critical Internet and telephone service." Disabling or removing these generators eliminates Internet access and the ability to make phone calls, including 911 calls. Doing so is against federal law. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. National Grid now reports 2,200 North Kingstown customers are still without power. At this time yesterday, the figure was more than double that. Tuesday, 9:30 p.m. According to the National Grid's website, most of North Quidnessett – the hardest hit area in North Kingstown during …
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Friday, August 26, 2011
With Irene threatening the east coast, take some time to get prepared using these tips from State and Federal Emergency Management Agencies.
As August rolls forward, it’s the time of year when the tomatoes turn red, the Atlantic’s waves get bigger, and tropical storms and hurricanes begin to form in earnest. With a now major hurricane Irene threatening the east coast, many officials and major news outlets are preaching preparedness in the event of a major strike. Given the coastal nature of most Rhode Island towns, it’s always better safe than sorry and good to have your wits about you for preparedness sake. And as Irene makes her way up the east coast, before it’s too late, take a few tips to help get you and your family ready for hurricane season. The Federal Government’s emergency preparedness internet resource ready.gov outlines a three-step process for hurricane …
Thursday, August 25, 2011
As North Kingstown officials await the hurricane's forecast, plans are set in motion to prepare for the worst.
As the Category 3 storm barrels toward the North Carolina coast, officials in North Kingstown are setting plans in motion to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Irene here in the Ocean State. Forecasters are predicting Irene's intensity will be anywhere from a tropical storm to a strong Category 3 when it hits Rhode Island on Sunday. Town officials are planning for the worst. "We're preparing for a Category 3 right now," said Town Manager Michael Embury. "That's the advice that's come through, so far. We're prepared for the worst." The uncertainty over how strong the storm will be when it hits the Ocean State have made it difficult for town officials to make the call on evacuating certain areas, including low-lying areas and trailer parks…
Samantha Turner
10:36 am on Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Congrats! I'm guessing the restoration dates that National Grid is providing are "worst case scenario" dates. Fingers crossed that everyone has power by the weekend! more ›