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Mixed road conditions across Connecticut after overnight snowfall

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1 month ago

January 19, 2026

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Mixed road conditions across Connecticut after overnight snowfall

GROTON, CT (WFSB) – Overnight snowfall created mixed road conditions across Connecticut on Monday morning.

Side roads presented more challenging driving than highways.

That was why many organizations posted closings or delays. See the list here.

“[There will be] ongoing snow showers through daybreak, though exiting from west to east through that time frame,” said meteorologist Jill Gilardi. “Temperatures [will be] in the 20s and 30s. Increasing sunshine later [Monday] morning, and plenty of melting, though be mindful of untreated surfaces that could be slick.”

Many drivers reported that side roads were not plowed and slick spots were encountered when they left residential areas.

However, highway conditions were significantly better due to state Department of Transportation crews working throughout the night.

CT DOT said its truck drivers worked through the night and continued plowing and salting roads Monday morning to make them as safe as possible for drivers.

Despite improved highway conditions, drivers may still encounter occasional patches of ice or slushy snow. Officials urged drivers to travel much slower than normal speeds, even when road conditions appear good, in case they hit unexpected slick spots.

Many people said they are staying home from school and work on the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Those who must travel were advised to use extra caution and allow additional time for their commutes.

For real-time traffic updates, check the Channel 3 First Alert Traffic map here.

Take a look at the forecast with the technical discussion from Channel 3’s meteorologists here.

Download the WFSB News and Weather apps here.

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Multiple cars involved in crash on I-84 in Hartford

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2 hours ago

March 4, 2026

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Multiple cars involved in crash on I-84 in Hartford

A multi-vehicle crash temporarily close Interstate 84 on Tuesday night.

The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. and involved four cars, according to the Hartford Fire Department.

Fire crews arrived at the scene and helped one of the drivers who was trapped. The driver was then taken to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Four other people reported minor injuries but declined ambulance treatment at the scene, officials said.

I-84 East was temporarily shut down as crews responded but has since reopened.

The Connecticut State Police is investigating the crash.

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Sleet, freezing rain leading to treacherous travel in parts of Connecticut

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15 hours ago

March 3, 2026

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Sleet, freezing rain leading to treacherous travel in parts of Connecticut

As the snow turns to sleet and freezing rain in parts of the state this afternoon, it is causing some treacherous travel on Connecticut roads.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is reporting several crashes.

There are crashes on both sides of Interstate 691 in Meriden.

A tractor-trailer jackknifed on the eastbound side of I-691 between Exit 5 and 3, closing the left lane. On the westbound side, a single-vehicle crash closed the left lane.

There is a two-vehicle crash on I-91 North in Middletown between Exits 20 and 21. The left and center lanes are closed.

A multi-vehicle crash has closed lanes of I-84 East in Waterbury between Exits 25 and 25A. There is a second crash on I-84 East in Southington near Exit 30.

In Cromwell, a two-vehicle crash closed the right lane of Route 9 North in Cromwell.

On Route 9 South, a crash closed a lane on the southbound side.

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The Great Westport Sandwich Contest kicks off with event at Old Mill Grocery

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March 3, 2026

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The Great Westport Sandwich Contest kicks off with event at Old Mill Grocery

People in Westport have the chance to pick the best thing between sliced bread.

The Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce held a kick-off event at Old Mill Grocery on Monday for The Great Westport Sandwich Contest.

The contest runs throughout March with 21 restaurants, delis and markets competing in 10 categories to be crowned the best sandwich maker.

Residents can vote in the following categories: Best chicken, best steak, best vegetarian, best combo, best club, best NY deli, best pressed sandwich, best breakfast sandwich, best wrap, and best fish/seafood sandwich.

After people sample sandwiches, they can vote for their favorites in each category on the chamber’s website. They will also be placed into a drawing to win a free sandwich from one of the 10 winners.

“Of course, the goal is to have people come to Westport and check out restaurants, our markets and our delis. This is a great promotion. I mean it is a competition, but mostly it’s to bring people to the restaurants. It also gives a great community activity because they are the ones who get to vote who makes the best one,” says Matthew Mandell, the chamber’s executive director.

Winners will be announced in April and receive a plaque.

The chamber has held similar contests to determine what establishment has the best pizza, burger, soup and salad.

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