Dudley Police Department
Press Release
August 4th, 2018
It is believed a possible tornado has struck in the Dudley and Webster area. In Dudley, the main impacted locations include Schofield Ave, Chase Ave, Central Ave, Cross Street, and West Main Street near the Webster line. There are power outages and numerous roads, including much of Webster’s South Main Street, blocked by debris and trees. Several are Impassable. Non-emergency vehicle and pedestrian traffic are asked to stay out of the area, especially due to downed power lines. Further updates will be made at a later time.
UPDATE AUGUST 4TH, 2018 6:11PM: Most roads in Dudley are open. We are hoping to have the bulk of the power restored within an hour or so, depending on conditions. There will be some spotty outages so please notify National Grid if you remain without power when it is fully active. There are still branches and some wires down in the area so please exercise caution while walking or driving. We thank the public for their cooperation and assistance.
UPDATE AUGUST 4TH, 2018 8:42PM: Power has been turned back on to the area affected by today's earlier tornado along with West Main Street access leading into the Town of Webster.
Press Release
August 4th, 2018
It is believed a possible tornado has struck in the Dudley and Webster area. In Dudley, the main impacted locations include Schofield Ave, Chase Ave, Central Ave, Cross Street, and West Main Street near the Webster line. There are power outages and numerous roads, including much of Webster’s South Main Street, blocked by debris and trees. Several are Impassable. Non-emergency vehicle and pedestrian traffic are asked to stay out of the area, especially due to downed power lines. Further updates will be made at a later time.
UPDATE AUGUST 4TH, 2018 6:11PM: Most roads in Dudley are open. We are hoping to have the bulk of the power restored within an hour or so, depending on conditions. There will be some spotty outages so please notify National Grid if you remain without power when it is fully active. There are still branches and some wires down in the area so please exercise caution while walking or driving. We thank the public for their cooperation and assistance.
UPDATE AUGUST 4TH, 2018 8:42PM: Power has been turned back on to the area affected by today's earlier tornado along with West Main Street access leading into the Town of Webster.