The morning after a snowstorm always means one thing: shoveling.
Parts of Waterbury saw 6 inches of snow.
In most of the neighborhoods, people chose the shovel over the snow blower to dig themselves out. Property owners are required to clear the sidewalks for safety.
Drivers who parked outside also have a job to do - dust off the car. Connecticut State Police reminded drivers that having snow on your vehicle could earn you a ticket – as much as $120 for uncleared snow and ice and $92 for an obstructed view.
The snow was a cold reality check for some.
"I thought it was crazy this much snow at this time of year. We’re so used to all that warm weather," Waterbury resident Chris Poulier said.
Others weren’t impressed by the snowfall. Waterbury resident Reggie Jones estimated he only got about three inches of snow on his property and didn’t need to pull out the snowblower just yet.
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"I opened the garage door, I looked out, it wasn’t that deep. I figured I don’t have to break out the big boy and clean this, I can just use a shovel and take my time."
Roads still may be slick in some areas, particularly side roads. State police responded to 354 accidents between 8 a.m. Saturday and 6:30 a.m., 31 of which involved minor injuries. Troopers also assisted 228 drivers with issues like spin-outs and disabled vehicles.
