Blizzard Warning Issued for Entire State, Coastal Flood Watch Also in Effect for Entire Shoreline
(HARTFORD, CT) – With the latest forecast calling for blizzard conditions across parts of the state, Governor Dannel P. Malloy is asking residents to be prepared and take the necessary precautions for a significant snowstorm that will impact the state Monday evening through Tuesday.
“Although storms can be unpredictable, this storm has the potential to have a significant impact on the state and we need to be prepared,” Governor Malloy said. “Just as the state is monitoring and preparing, the public should do the same.”
“The Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) is monitoring this storm very closely and is prepared to coordinate any potential state response,” Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Commissioner Dora B. Schriro said.
DEMHS is also participating in National Weather Service conference calls to get the latest information on the storms track and is sending out regular updates to all municipalities and tribal nations.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation will have its entire fleet of snow plows, including 12 loader-mounted snow blowers, prepared to deploy. The residual road treatment from the previous weekend storm will help in the efforts to pretreat the road
Governor Malloy will be providing the state with additional updates as conditions warrant.
In order to be prepared for any type of emergency situation, the Governor encourages residents to have an emergency supply kit and follow some basic preparedness tips.
Additional preparedness tips:
- In the event emergency travel is necessary, fill up your car with gas, check oil and windshield fluid levels
- Sign up for emergency alerts at www.ctalert.gov
- And always, check on your neighbor
For additional info on winter weather preparedness go to www.ct.gov/demhs or www.redcross.org.