Blizzard Warning Issued for Hartford, Tolland, and Windham Counties; Up to 20 Inches of Snow Expected
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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for parts of Connecticut, forecasting heavy snow and 55 mph wind gusts through Tuesday morning.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Northern and Eastern Connecticut
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Boston/Norton MA
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northern and Eastern Connecticut.
Blizzard Warning Issued for Northern and Eastern Connecticut
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton MA has issued a Blizzard Warning for several counties in Connecticut as a significant winter storm approaches the region.
Alert Details
A Blizzard Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Boston/Norton MA. The warning is officially in effect starting at 4:00 PM EST this afternoon and is scheduled to remain active until 7:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in Connecticut:
- Hartford County
- Tolland County
- Windham County
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for extreme winter weather conditions, including:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 12 and 20 inches.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts reaching as high as 55 mph.
- Visibility: Areas of blowing snow are expected to significantly reduce visibility, creating dangerous conditions.
- Hazardous Impacts: Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong winds are also expected to cause tree damage.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning begins at 4:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 22. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Monday morning and Monday evening commutes. The alert is currently set to expire at 7:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.
What You Should Do
The NWS advises that travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe and visible to emergency responders.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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