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UConn Closures

4:10 PM: Due to the weather, all in-person classes at UConn campuses including at Storrs, the School of Law and all regional campuses expect UConn Health are canceled for Monday.

Fairfield Update

4:10 PM: Fairfield Fire Chief Kyran Dunn speaks to News 12 about how this storm will be different from last one. Dunn says this storm will feature heavy winds, which could cause downed wires and power outages. He also says residents could see localize flooding in areas that are flood prone.

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3:40 PM: We want to see your winter storm pictures and videos. Send them in, as long it is safe to do so, to News 12. You may see them in the show.

Gov. Lamont and state officials provide update

3 PM: Gov. Lamont says the storm will be worse than the one at the end of December because of the heavy winds and heavy snow. He says winds will be anywhere from 40 to 60 mph. Lamont says tree limbs could come down, causing outages. He says everyone should stay off the roads because they will be dangerous and slick. DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto says there are 650 plows ready to go, along with 900 drivers. The department is fully stock with fuel, salt and other materials. He is asking people to stay home. If people have to travel, they should pack their car with essential items. Drivers should also not crowd or block plow trucks because they have limited visibility and need to keep moving. Public transportation has been severely limited Sunday and will also limited Monday. Due to conditions, it will take crews much longer to clean the highways and state roads due to the snow.

Eversource Update

2 PM: Eversource counties to closely monitor several weather forecasts and are planning accordingly. The company says the heavy wet snow and strong winds could cause trees to come down and tree limbs to fall onto power lines. Eversource has 700 crews, including lineworkers from out of state prepared and in position. The company is warning customers that hazardous conditions will power restoration efforts.

Metro North Update

1:45 PM: Metro-North will operating on an hourly schedule Monday with weekend schedules in place on branch lines.

Greenwich Update

12:40 PM: Greenwich officials speak to News 12 on the town's snow emergency and parking ban. They encourage all residents to stay off the roads.

Darien Update

12:37 PM: First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky speaks to News 12 on what residents can do to help crews that are clearing streets.

Bridgeport Update

12:30 PM: News 12's Frank Recchia speaks to Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim on the storm.

Lamont declares state of emergency

12:22 PM: Gov. Ned Lamont has declared a state of emergency ahead of the storm, beginning Sunday and continuing throughout the day on Monday. Lamont also signed an emergency order prohibiting all commercial vehicles from traveling on all limited access highways statewide in Connecticut beginning at 5 p.m. It will remain in effect until further notice.

Milford Update

12:00 PM: Milford Mayor Richard Smith says a snow emergency will start at 1 p.m. Once the emergency starts, there will be a complete street parking ban. Smith also says plow trucks will begin going out starting at 6 p.m. Milford schools will be closed Monday.

TIMELINE: When to expect the worst of the blizzard

Alex Calamia shows us how the snowstorm is expected to play out from now through Monday night.
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United Illuminating Update

11:01 AM: United Illuminating says they are prepared and fully staffed to respond to any power outages. The company says the storm and wind present a risk for outages. As a result, they have brought in additional crews. A spokesperson says they are prepare for potentially hazardous conditions Sunday and Monday. Customers are asked to visit their website to report outages and sign up for outage alert to receive up to date estimated restoration times. People should also stay away from downed wires and assume all wires are energized and dangerous.

Bradley Update

10:27 AM: Bradley International Airport remains open and staff are closely closely monitoring the weather for Sunday into Monday. They say as result of the forecast, some airline partners have started to adjust their schedules. They also advise anyone scheduled to travel during the storm to check their flight directly with their airline before coming to the airport.
Hour-By-Hour Weather Forecast
10:15 AM: A potentially historic snowstorm with blizzard conditions is in the forecast for New York, New Jersey and Connecticut by through Monday. Isolated spots in the tri-state area could see up to 2 feet of snow. News 12 meteorologist Alex Calamia is here with an hour-by-hour forecast to show you when impacts could be at their worst and most dangerous.

Easton Update

10:05 AM: News 12's Asha McKenzie spoke to Easton Emergency Management Director Schuyler Sherwood on how the town is preparing.

Norwalk Update

10:00 AM: News 12's Frank Recchia reports from Norwalk ahead of the storm.

State Parking Bans

9:41 AM: Snow emergencies declared in Connecticut ahead of massive winter storm, parking bans have also been set in place within towns in the state.
Various towns in Connecticut declared early snow emergencies and urged residents to prepare. For more on the story click here.

Lamont urges preparation

8:48 AM: Gov. Lamont urges residents to prepare for the storm, stay off roads, and says state snowplows are ready. Delay travel, slow down on snowy roads, and leave extra space between cars, especially snowplows.

AAA warns of power outages and dangerous travel as nor’easter approaches

8:48 AM: AAA Northeast is urging drivers to stay home as snow and blizzard‑like conditions move into the Northeast late Sunday into Monday. The storm brings the possibility of power outages, and drivers are encouraged to charge phones, portable chargers and other essential items before the worst conditions arrive. Road travel may become difficult, and drivers are advised to stay off the roads during and after the storm when possible.
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Flight Cancellations

8:48 AM: Flight cancellations are piling up in the area due to the snowstorm. Westchester County Airport has already canceled over 30 flights, Tweed New Haven has around five cancellations, and Bradley International has more than 45 cancellations. Airlines are gearing up for the storm, but it's likely to get worse. If you're flying, check with your airline for updates.

Signs of Frostbite

If you're venturing out in the cold, watch for signs of frostbite:
  • White or grayish-yellow skin area
  • Skin feels firm, waxy, or numb
  • Often, people don't realize they have frostbite until someone else points it out
If you notice these symptoms, seek medical care ASAP. Stay safe out there!

Power Outages

8:48 AM: Power outages are being monitored, with Eversource reporting over 10 outages, and United Illuminating reporting none. Utilities are preparing for the storm, bringing in extra staff and crews. Residents are advised to pack a storm kit with essentials like medicine, food, and water.

Bridgeport Snow Emergency

Saturday 8:05 PM: Jeanette Herron, president of the Bridgeport City Council, urged residents to move their vehicles off emergency snow routes.
"Our emergency parking ban has been in effective since 6 p.m. tonight," Herron said. "The Bridgeport Police Department will be ticketing cars along these routes, and vehicles will be towed if they are not moved immediately."

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