Crime & Safety
Darien 'Experiencing Significant Flooding' Tuesday: Update
Heavy rains are pelting the region and are expected to continue into the evening.
DARIEN, CT — The Post Road in Darien (Route 1) - underneath the railroad overpass - at Tokeneke Road is temporarily closed Tuesday afternoon due to flooding in the area, according to Darien police. When it will reopen was not disclosed.
According to First Selectman Jayme Stevenson, the town "is experiencing significant flooding," and additional roads in Darien are impassable.
Officials ask that motorists use alternate routes, and in general avoid driving through flooded streets.
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The Town of Darien is experiencing significant flooding. Many roads are impassable. Heavy rain is predicted to continue through 9pm. Do not drive through flooded roadways! Exercise caution driving throughout town. #TownofDarien pic.twitter.com/081mYohIyz
— Jayme Stevenson (@JaymeStevenson) September 25, 2018
Currently Rte. 1 at Tokeneke Road in Darien is closed due to a flooded underpass. Please seek alternate routes and do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways. #darienpolice #darienct https://t.co/E4IQcrepFA
— Darien Police (@DarienPD) September 25, 2018
As we’ve previously mentioned, please do not attempt to drive through flooded areas. Bottom photo of Heights Rd courtesy of @PalmersDarien #darienpolice #darienct https://t.co/VMHYbLoljb
— Darien Police (@DarienPD) September 25, 2018
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