US EditionState Of Emergency Declared In CT By Gov. Lamont: Here's What You Need To Know
Governor Lamont's order restricts commercial vehicles on all limited-access highways to ensure safety during a blizzard expected to drop up to 24 inches of snow, officials said.
- On Sunday, February 22, 2026, Gov. Ned Lamont signed an order declaring a state of emergency in Connecticut and banned all commercial vehicles on limited-access highways starting at 5:00 p.m., effective until further notice.
- AccuWeather and the National Weather Service forecast blizzard conditions with one to two feet possible statewide and 18-24 inches in southern Connecticut, plus strong winds creating whiteout conditions.
- At noon on Sunday, Lamont activated Connecticut's Severe Cold Weather Protocol, keeping it in effect until at least noon on Tuesday while shelters and warming centers opened statewide and municipalities enacted parking bans.
- Utilities warned that power outages and service disruptions are likely, with crews prepositioned and staff fully prepared to respond, according to Eversource and United Illuminating.
- The order was coordinated with surrounding states and exempts emergency response vehicles, utilities vehicles, and vehicles carrying food, fuel and medical supplies; the governor's declaration provides authority to impose these restrictions.
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The emergency order is being implemented in coordination with Connecticut’s neighboring states, which are also issuing their own similar emergency orders in response to the storm as it is expected to impact the entire northeast region.
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