From the Desk of Mayor Allan Fung
October 27, 2012
Press Contact: Carlos E. Lopez Work (401) 780-3115 Cell (401) 527-3315
Press Release
Important information regarding Cranston ’s
Preparations for Hurricane “SANDY”
Cranston, R.I- Mayor Allan Fung is releasing important information for all Cranston residents in preparation of Hurricane “ SANDY ”.
“I want to assure all Cranston residents that the city is ready to meet any
challenges posed by Hurricane ‘ Sandy ’. I encourage all residents to remain
vigilant and to properly prepare themselves well ahead of time.” Said Mayor Fung
The City of Cranston will have sandbags available to residents at the Department of Public Works Highway Department building on 935 Phenix Avenue Cranston at the following times:
· Sunday 7:00AM-3:00PM
· Monday 7:00AM-3:00PM
The City will supply 10 sandbags per Cranston resident. (MUST SHOW PROOF OF RESIDENCY)
In addition, the City of Cranston will operate their Emergency Operations Center beginning Sunday at 7:00 am. Residents who are experiencing difficulties or have questions regarding the upcoming storm can call the hotline for information. The hotline will remain operational around the clock until the crisis is over.
Cranston Emergency Operations Center Hotline 401-780-3243
Please visit our website for a “first 72 Hour” checklist which has helpful information on stocking up for this and other future storms:
Residents who experience a POWER OUTAGE should contact National Grid at 1-800-322-3223
or use their automated system at 1-800-465-1212
Residents who experience a GAS LEAK should contact National Grid at 1-800-640-1595
