Several Road Closures Reported In Bridgeport: Police

Monday's rainstorm resulted in flooding in Bridgeport and around the state.

By Alfred Branch, Patch Staff

Aug 3, 2026 10:06 AM EDT

Several roads in Bridgeport were closed on Monday, Aug. 3, due to flooding, according to police. (Renee Schiavone/Patch file photo)

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Due to the flooding from Monday's rainstorm, the Bridgeport Police Department announced the following roads will be closed until conditions are deemed safe for reopening:

East Main Street & Crescent Street
Bishop Avenue at the Railroad Avenue Viaduct
River Street between North Washington Avenue & North Avenue
State Street & Iranistan Avenue

"Please avoid these areas, use alternate routes, and never drive through flooded roadways," authorities said in a statement. "These closures are in place to help keep everyone safe."

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