I have directed flags to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Friday, October 2, in honor of @CTDOTOfficial employee Elvin Hernandez, who was killed while working on I-95. We mourn with his loved ones and colleagues. Please slow down and move over to protect those working on our roads.

It is with incredible sadness today that we are mourning the loss of @CTDOTOfficial employee Elvin Hernandez, who was struck and killed while working on the job on I-95 in Fairfield this morning in a heartbreaking tragedy that never should have happened. CTDOT workers face dangerous situations while performing their jobs because of drivers who aren't paying attention to road conditions and speeding through work zones. I am imploring every single driver to show CTDOT and all other road maintenance workers and first responders respect and slow down whenever you see them working on our roads. My prayers are with Elvin's family, friends, and CTDOT colleagues. Connecticut state government is grieving one of our employees who dedicated themselves to serving the public.

Metro North and Amtrak New Haven Line service is currently suspended between Norwalk and Bridgeport due to track conditions caused by heavy rain. Flash flooding is impacting several areas across Connecticut, including transit service in New Haven. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please stay alert, use caution, avoid flooded roadways, and never attempt to drive through standing water.