Storm Recovery Update
From
Town of Porter
Sent
Thu, Aug 13 @ 10:53am
Description
The Town of Porter remains actively engaged in response and recovery efforts following Tuesday's severe storms.
POWER RESTORATION: The Town has been in contact with NIPSCO regarding the widespread power outages. At this time, no estimated restoration timeline is available, but NIPSCO crews are working around the clock to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO CONSERVE WATER: Residents are strongly encouraged to continue limiting nonessential water use while power outages affect the Town's wastewater lift stations. Conserving water reduces the amount of wastewater entering the sewer system and helps prevent lift stations from becoming overwhelmed or overflowing. Please postpone laundry, running dishwashers, long showers, filling pools, and other high-water-use activities whenever possible.
RESPONSE & RECOVERY: The Town continues to work with other local and state agencies, including the Indiana National Guard, to secure additional resources and assistance for ongoing response and recovery efforts.
REPORT STORM DAMAGE: Residents and businesses that experienced storm-related damage should continue to report their damage to Indiana 211. Damage reports are important in documenting the extent of the storm's impact and identifying needs within our community.
Indiana 211 can be reached by dialing 2-1-1 or 866-211-9966. Damage may also be reported online through the Damage Reporting section at IN211.org.
EMERGENCIES: Always dial 911 for police, fire, or medical emergencies.
THANK YOU, PORTER: We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our residents who have stepped up to help their neighbors and our community. From checking on one another to helping clear debris and lending a hand wherever needed, we have seen residents jump in and help in countless ways. Your kindness, patience, and willingness to help each other are deeply appreciated.
Town crews, first responders, utility personnel, and our partner agencies continue working throughout the community. Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we work together through the recovery process.
This notification was posted by Town of Porter. Town of Porter is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
