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East Hartford families relocated from their apartments can now return home
Dozens of East Hartford families that were relocated from their apartments due to a lack of heat can now return home. Families were told to vacate Chapman Arms Apartments over a week ago after the landlord failed to fix issues with the complex’s heating system. The mayor’s office said the warning that told residents to stay out has been...
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Warming shelters open, 2-1-1 line ready to assist as temps drop this weekend
With bitter cold temperatures in the forecast, over 100 warming shelters are open across the state until Monday. Wind chills are expected to dip below zero, which can be life threatening for those who are unhoused. “Stay out of the cold, stay safe, and stay warm,” Hartford Fire Chief Rodney L. Barco said. Barco said the city is making sure…
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How to stay safe on the ice in cold temps
Authorities are warning people to take precautions and avoid walking on the ice at ponds and lakes near you.
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Doctors warn of winter weather risk with wind chills forecasted to drop
As temperatures continue to drop, we’re taking a look at the risks of being out in the cold for too long.
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Dozens of East Hartford families are relocated from their apartments due to lack of heat
The town of East Hartford is relocating people living in 62 impacted apartments due to a lack of heat.
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Doctors warn of winter weather risk with wind chills forecasted to drop
As temperatures continue to drop, we’re taking a look at the risks of being out in the cold for too long. As freezing temperatures continue to keep snow in place across Connecticut, people and even some dogs are bundling up in Vernon. “He’s not a fan. We’ve lived in Florida, so he’s used to more of the tropical weather...
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Dozens of East Hartford families are relocated from their apartments due to lack of heat
People living in an East Hartford apartment are being relocated by town officials after the landlord failed to fix issues with the complex’s heating system. The mayor’s office told NBC Connecticut that the landlord of Chapman Arms Apartments was given ample time to restore heat to the four buildings on the property, but they did not meet the deadline....
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New London warming center seeks additional space to address rising demand
With colder temperatures on the way, there’s even more urgency to provide enough space for those in need.
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New London warming center seeks additional space to address rising demand
“I just can’t as a person think I’m going to turn anybody out into the cold,” said Cathy Zall, executive director of the New London Homeless Hospitality Center. Dropping temperatures are one of several factors sparking demand for warming shelters throughout the state. “There’s a lot of people here that need it, and like I said, I hope it...
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Tips to protect your pets from the cold
The Connecticut Humane Society shares advice for pet owners on how to protect pets from things like road salt and very cold temperatures.
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Effects of 2023's mild winter are being felt a year later
If you’re a snow lover, you probably weren’t too excited about last winter. There were abnormally low snow totals around the state and the lack of snow in 2023 has had a lingering effect. Last year’s mild winter, with little snow, is disturbing for those who rely on it. “It is a little concerning,” said Nick Kostant, the general...
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Burlington initiative spreads warmth through new coats for the community
Now through Thanksgiving weekend, the retailer is matching 50,000 coat purchases with a coat donation to someone in need.
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Frozen Water Poses Issue for Crews Battling Oxford Fire
The frigid weather hampered a large response to a house fire in Oxford Friday night. Officials say the fire broke out around 7:45 on Jensen Farm Road and crews remained on scene for about eleven hours working to quell the flames, which had already extended through the roof. Thankfully, the family that lived there wasn’t home when the fire broke…
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Burst Pipes an Issue Across Connecticut From Winter Cold Snap
While the extreme cold is now subsiding, the effects of that weather remain putting a strain on homes and other buildings across the state.
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Arctic Blast Sets Weather Records, Including New Lowest US Wind Chill in NH
New England experienced record-breaking cold as arctic air swept into the region Friday and Saturday, dropping temperatures below zero for millions. One place laid a claim for coldest in New England: Mount Washington Observatory in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, which made history nationwide. As of about 3 p.m. Friday, the observatory had already hit 36 degrees below zero, breaking the…
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Eversource Crews Work on Restoring Power Amid Extreme Cold Weather
The cold snap is upon us as people bundle up to stay warm and crews work to restore power all across Connecticut. “It’s starting to get colder in the house, so can’t wait until they turn the electricity back on,” said Charles Bellingrath, of West Hartford. The power was out for a few hours for Bellingrath at his West...
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New Haven County Residents Prepare for Upcoming Cold Snap
Towns all across Connecticut are opening up warming shelters for people to get away from the sub-zero temperatures expected to come starting Friday. “It’s freezing out. Literally freezing right now,” Sydney Piekerz, who lives in New Haven, said. People in New Haven County not mincing words when it comes to the cold. While temperatures remained in the double digits...
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Tips to Avoid Vehicle, Home Headaches Ahead of Extreme Cold
“Stay home, stay in, stay warm. That’s my thoughts,” said Alice Cody of Terryville. Cody’s thoughts make a lot of sense because this weekend, you could say winter has finally arrived. “People underestimate how cold it is. I think we’ve gotten so used to a certain climate that we’ve had here, said Dr. Anuj Vohra, Chairman of Emergency Medicine...
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Tips to Avoid Vehicle, Home Headaches Ahead of Extreme Cold
Temperatures are expected to drop significantly as the weekend approaches, making it cold enough to warrant some preparation for your house and car.
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ISO New England Fines Power Plants $39M for Coming Up Short on Christmas Eve
As New Englanders celebrated Christmas Eve, the power grid operator came closer to ordering rolling blackouts than it had in more than four years as several power plants failed to deliver on reserve capacity. ISO New England imposed penalties of roughly $39 million on power plant operators for failing to provide reserves during a confluence of factors including extreme cold…