Strong thunderstorms ripped through Connecticut on the Fourth of July, causing damage in multiple towns. As of 9 p.m., over 54,000 Eversource customers were without power.
New Britain reported about 12,000 outages, according to Eversource. The New Haven Fireworks display was delayed until 9:45 p.m. due to the storms.
Trees were down on Interstate 84 westbound in Southington between Exits 33 and 32, with the right and center lanes closed. Madison police reported several roads closed due to storm damage.
Many NBC Connecticut viewers submitted photos and videos showing hail and downed trees in various areas, including Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Farmington.
Original reporting: NBC Connecticut — read the source article.
