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Connecticut assesses Sunday flooding, seeks federal disaster aid
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- Connecticut officials are assessing Sunday flood damage and a possible federal disaster declaration.
- More than 7 inches of rain fell Sunday, overwhelming drainage systems and causing flooding.
- Tweed New Haven Airport partially closed and I-95 in Greenwich shut after flooding.
- Bridgeport fire crews answered over 100 calls, rescuing dozens trapped in homes or cars.
- Bill Turner said no injuries or fatalities; residents must report damage on ct.gov.