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Norwalk Police Warns Drivers To Stay Out Of School Lots When Snow Is Forecast Norwalk Police Warns Drivers To Stay Out Of School Lots When Snow Is Forecast Norwalk Police Warns Drivers To Stay Out Of School Lots When Snow Is Forecast
Norwalk Police Warns Drivers To Stay Out Of School Lots When Snow Is Forecast Norwalk police are urging residents to steer clear of school parking lots ahead of expected snow or icing so crews can treat and clear the area. According to the Norwalk Police Department's post on Facebook, keeping school parking lots open helps the City of Norwalk’s Department of Public Works properly apply treatment and plow snow. Vehicles left in those lots can interfere with snow removal and may delay or disrupt school operations the following day. Residents are being asked to plan ahead and leave school lots open during winter weather so schools stay safe and on schedule. The depart…

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High Winds Leave Thousands Without Power Across CT High Winds Leave Thousands Without Power Across CT High Winds Leave Thousands Without Power Across CT
High Winds Leave Thousands Without Power Across CT Strong winds and heavy rain knocked out power to thousands of Connecticut homes Friday as a powerful storm moved across the state. More than 50,000 customers were without electricity by midday, according to Eversource and United Illuminating. Outages spread quickly as conditions worsened. Dangerous winds were expected to continue battering much of the state through the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologists warn that wind gusts could reach up to 50 miles per hour. Eversource said it dispatched crews statewide to repair damaged power lines and restore electric…

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by Josh Lanier
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Norwalk Warming Centers Available As Temperatures Stay Below Freezing Norwalk Warming Centers Available As Temperatures Stay Below Freezing Norwalk Warming Centers Available As Temperatures Stay Below Freezing
Norwalk Warming Centers Available As Temperatures Stay Below Freezing City of Norwalk officials are directing residents to public warming centers and promoting shelter options as temperatures drop and stay below freezing through Wednesday. In a notice posted on the city’s Facebook page, Norwalk urges unhoused residents who need an overnight place to stay to call 2-1-1, the CT United Way/Infoline service, which connects callers with local shelters and transportation to those locations. The city also points people to its Community Resource Hub, where trained navigators can be reached at 203-854-7999 or in person at City Hall during business hours. For anyone si…

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Fairfield County, 2 Others In Stage 2 Drought, Gov. Lamont Says: What That Means For You Fairfield County, 2 Others In Stage 2 Drought, Gov. Lamont Says: What That Means For You Fairfield County, 2 Others In Stage 2 Drought, Gov. Lamont Says: What That Means For You
Fairfield County, 2 Others In Stage 2 Drought, Gov. Lamont Says: What That Means For You Governor Ned Lamont has declared a Stage 2 drought advisory for Fairfield, Middlesex, and New Haven counties as rainfall levels continue to drop across Connecticut. A Stage 2 drought marks an “emerging drought event” that could affect drinking water, farms, and the environment. It is the second of five stages under the state’s drought plan. Stage 5 is the most extreme.  The state is asking residents and businesses to conserve water by shutting off automatic sprinklers, fixing leaky faucets, and following local conservation requests. Officials also warn that those relying on private we…

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by Josh Lanier
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New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Fairfield County New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Fairfield County New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Fairfield County
New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Fairfield County Here's a look at snowfall accumulation totals from Connecticut and Massachusetts compiled by the National Weather Service for the storm that moved through Saturday night, Feb. 8 into Sunday, Feb. 9. Location Amount Time/Date Provider Connecticut Fairfield County Sandy Hook 6.1 inches 0900 AM 02/09 COCORAHS Bridgeport Airport 5.0 inches 0700 AM 02/09 Official NWS Obs 1 E Danbury 5.0 inches 0700 AM 02/09 Trained Spotter New Canaan 5.0 inches 0800 AM 02/09 COCORAHS Newtown 5.3 S 5.0 inches 084…

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by Joe Lombardi
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These Towns Got The Most Snow In CT: Winter Storm Brings 6 Inches Across The State These Towns Got The Most Snow In CT: Winter Storm Brings 6 Inches Across The State These Towns Got The Most Snow In CT: Winter Storm Brings 6 Inches Across The State
These Towns Got The Most Snow In CT: Winter Storm Brings 6 Inches Across The State Connecticut towns experienced significant snowfall from the storm that swept through the region on Jan. 19 and 20.  Towns in Hartford County recorded some of the highest totals in the state, with North Canton and Glastonbury Center each receiving 6 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Other counties, including Fairfield and Tolland, also saw substantial snow, with several towns reporting over 5 inches. Alongside North Canton and Glastonbury Center's 6-inch totals, towns such as Bristol and Bradley Airport reported over 5 inches of snow. Simsbury, East Hartford, and South …

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by Cecilia Levine
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Here's How Much Snow Fell Last Weekend In Fairfield County: Town-By-Town Breakdown Here's How Much Snow Fell Last Weekend In Fairfield County: Town-By-Town Breakdown Here's How Much Snow Fell Last Weekend In Fairfield County: Town-By-Town Breakdown
Here's How Much Snow Fell Last Weekend In Fairfield County: Town-By-Town Breakdown Connecticut woke up to a fresh dusting of snow on Dec. 21, 2024, with totals ranging from barely half an inch to over 2 inches in some towns.  Wondering how your town stacked up? The National Weather Service full breakdown for Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex, and New London counties. Fairfield County led the way, with Stamford topping the list: Stamford 1.0 S: 2.5 inches  New Canaan: 2.2 inches Sandy Hook: 1.8 inches New Fairfield: 1.8 inches Ridgefield 2.4 NNE: 1.7 inches Norwalk: 1.5 inches Fairfield: 1.5 inches Darien: 1.3 inches Monroe: 1.0 inch Bridgeport Airport: 0.8 …

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2 Inches Of Snow Could Fall This Weekend Across CT: Here's Your Forecast 2 Inches Of Snow Could Fall This Weekend Across CT: Here's Your Forecast 2 Inches Of Snow Could Fall This Weekend Across CT: Here's Your Forecast
2 Inches Of Snow Could Fall This Weekend Across CT: Here's Your Forecast A winter storm is poised to bring light to moderate snowfall to eastern New York, western Massachusetts, and parts of Connecticut from Friday morning, Dec. 20 through Saturday evening, Dec. 21, according to the National Weather Service. A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for the region, warning of slippery travel conditions, particularly during the Friday evening commute. While snowfall amounts are expected to remain below advisory levels—less than 4 inches—hazardous road conditions are likely. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high near 39°F and northwest winds of 7 to 10 mph, …

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by Cecilia Levine
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Fairfield County Got Hit With Heaviest Snowfall This Week, New Fairfield Reports 4.0 Inches Fairfield County Got Hit With Heaviest Snowfall This Week, New Fairfield Reports 4.0 Inches Fairfield County Got Hit With Heaviest Snowfall This Week, New Fairfield Reports 4.0 Inches
Fairfield County Got Hit With Heaviest Snowfall This Week, New Fairfield Reports 4.0 Inches The National Weather Service has released snow totals from this week's winter storm. Snowfall accumulation impacted areas across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and New York, with Sussex County, NJ, and Putnam County, NY, seeing the highest totals from Sunday, Dec. 15 into Monday, Dec. 16. Below are detailed figures reported by state, county, and town, as per the National Weather Service: New Jersey Mercer County: Trenton Mercer Airport: Trace (11:59 PM, 12/15) Morris County: Butler (1 S): 3.0 inches (5:15 AM, 12/16) Sussex County: Wantage Twp: 4.1 inches (5:00 AM, 12/16) Wan…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Snow, Wintry Mix Delays CT School Openings: Here's Where Snow, Wintry Mix Delays CT School Openings: Here's Where Snow, Wintry Mix Delays CT School Openings: Here's Where
Snow, Wintry Mix Delays CT School Openings: Here's Where Dozens of schools across Connecticut had delayed openings due to a wintry mix that fell into Monday morning, Dec. 16. Some parts of the state saw 4 inches of snow, while others got a light dusting. According to the National Weather Service, the highest amount of snow fell in New Milford (4 inches); Cornwall saw 2.5 inches; Litchfield saw two inches, Waterbury saw 3 inches; Meriden saw 2 inches, and Hartford saw 1.3 inches. According to NBC Connecticut, the following districts had delayed openings: Berlin Public Schools Bethel Public Schools Brooklyn Public Schools Canton Public Schools E…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Here's How Much Snow Fell In Norwalk Here's How Much Snow Fell In Norwalk Here's How Much Snow Fell In Norwalk
Here's How Much Snow Fell In Norwalk Connecticut residents woke up to a blanket of snow Thursday, Dec. 5. A storm dropped as much as 5.5 inches in some areas, according to the National Weather Service. Lisbon in New London County saw the highest snowfall in Connecticut with 5.5 inches, while Wolcott in New Haven County recorded 4.5 inches. Fairfield County towns, including New Fairfield and Ridgefield, saw up to 3.2 inches. Most other areas across the state reported accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Here are the snowfall totals reported by the NWS as of Thursday morning, Dec. 5: Fairfield County Ridgefield: 3.0 inches…

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by Cecilia Levine
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How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout CT, Fairfield County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout CT, Fairfield County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout CT, Fairfield County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout CT, Fairfield County Here's a look at snowfall totals reported by the National Weathe Service from throughout the region from the storm system that swept through Thursday, Nov. 21 into Friday, Nov. 22. New York New York City Central Park 1.86 in 0940 AM 11/22 AWS Nassau County Oyster Bay 2.25 in 0930 AM 11/22 CWOP Locust Valley 0.3 E 2.21 in 0910 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Albertson 0.2 SSE 2.09 in 0730 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Syosset 2.08 in 0800 AM 11/22 COOP Herricks 1.92 in 0830 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Port Washington 0.8 N 1.84 in 0719 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Massapequa 1.1 SE 1.80 in 0700 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Malverne 0.5 SE…

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