Mon Jan 20 11:10:00 UTC 2025: **Connecticut Activates Severe Cold Weather Protocol Amidst Predicted Deep Freeze**
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont announced today the activation of Connecticut’s severe cold weather protocol, effective 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 19, 2025, and lasting until 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 24, 2025. The decision follows weather forecasts predicting dangerously low temperatures, with daytime lows remaining below freezing and overnight temperatures potentially dipping into the single digits or below zero.
Governor Lamont urged residents to take precautions, stating that prolonged exposure to these frigid conditions can be life-threatening. He highlighted the availability of shelters and warming centers statewide, emphasizing that transportation assistance is available for those in need. Residents can access shelter information by calling 2-1-1 or visiting 211ct.org. The Governor also stressed the importance of protecting pets from the extreme cold, noting that frostbite and hypothermia are risks for animals as well.
The severe cold weather protocol coordinates state agencies and municipalities with United Way 2-1-1 and Connecticut’s shelter network to ensure vulnerable populations have access to safe, warm shelter. For emergency management information and resources, visit ct.gov/ctprepares.
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