East Haven, Conn., September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, second from left, speaks to Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, center, during a visit to areas impacted by Tropical Storm Irene. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Also pictured are Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, left, Mayor April Capone, second from right, and US Senator Blumenthal, third from right. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA