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- Original Story: Wilton under Blizzard Warning from National Weather Service, with 16-22 inches of snow forecasted and up to 45 mph wind gusts.
- Update, Saturday, 4 p.m.: Wilton Officials: Prepare for Major Storm with Blizzard-like Conditions
- Update, Saturday, 5 p.m.: “This One Is Different.” Blizzard Warning Issued for Wilton, 18–24 Inches Possible Town departments staffing up for Sunday’s storm.
- Update, Sunday, 7 p.m.: Eversource Prepping for “Multi-Day” Storm-Related Outages; What’s Closed in Wilton Monday Lamont declares State of Emergency
- Update, Monday, 7:30 a.m.: 89 Power Outages in Wilton; Emergency Management Director: “7 More Inches of Snow Expected, Stay Off the Roads”
- Update, Monday, 9:15 a.m.: Current outages, road closures
[UPDATE] MONDAY, FEB 23, 2026 at 5 P.M. — The National Weather Service has canceled the blizzard warning and said that while there may be a few snow showers lingering this evening and isolated instances of blowing snow reducing visibility through the night, accumulating snowfall has largely ended. Additionally, winds have weakened enough to allow for widespread blizzard conditions to end.
According to the NWS, Wilton’s snowfall total for the storm was 13.8 inches.
At the moment there are still 94 Eversource customers still without power in Wilton, most of them in the area of Old Kings Highway.
What’s Open, What’s Closed for Tuesday, Feb. 24
- Wilton Public Schools are closed
- Wilton Library is closed
- The Wilton Senior Center and Wilton Social Services office will open at 10 a.m. Tuesday, but all Senior Center activities and programs on Tuesday are canceled.
- Town of Wilton offices will open to the public on a delayed schedule on Tuesday at 10 a.m., including Town Hall, Town Hall Annex and Comstock Community Center. Wilton will resume regular hours on Wednesday, Feb. 25.
- The Transfer Station will open to the public at 8:30 a.m.
- Dial-A-Ride services will start at 11 a.m.
- The Wilton YMCA will have a delayed opening of 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
89 Power Outages in Wilton; Emergency Management Director: “7 More Inches of Snow Expected, Stay Off the Roads”
[UPDATE] MONDAY, FEB 23, 2026 at 10 A.M. — Wilton Police issued a message to residents asking them to avoid road travel and stay home, all in the name of safety.
“Our priority is your safety. Due to severe blizzard conditions, road closures are anticipated. Public safety and public works crews are working around the clock to keep you informed and safe,” the statement read.
“Please avoid all non-essential travel. Staying off the roads helps us protect lives and maintain emergency access. We appreciate everyone who is cooperating by staying home. Your actions help save lives and support first responders. Stay informed through official channels and report emergencies via 911.”
Also, Eversource upped the outage count for Wilton, reporting there are now 94 customers currently without power.
[UPDATE] MONDAY, FEB 23, 2026 at 9:15 A.M.
- Eversource reports 91 current outages in Wilton.
- Statewide, 15,064 customers are without power. Officials say outages are expected to continue to increase over the next few hours as strong winds continue across the state.
- Forge Rd. is closed near Telva Rd., with a broken pole and wires down, per Wilton Police.
[UPDATE] MONDAY, FEB 23, 2026 at 8:20 A.M. — Wilton Police have an online document showing storm-related road closures. As of 8:20 a.m., no road blockages due to wires, downed trees or tree limbs are listed, but a See, Click, Fix alert just came through reporting a downed tree on Tamarack Pl. blocking access to several homes.
[UPDATE] MONDAY, FEB 23, 2026 at 7:30 A.M. — Eversource reports 89 customers in Wilton are currently without power. Across the state, the utilities have tallied 7,495 outages, most of which are in Southern Connecticut.
Outages are expected to increase over the next few hours as stronger winds and heavier snow move across the state.
Emergency Management Director/Fire Chief Jim Blanchfield is asking residents to stay off the roads.
“We still have snow coming, probably around 7 more inches, so if you can stay off the roads, keep your cars off the roads so our hard working DPW personnel can keep working to get our streets cleared.”
As of 6 a.m. this morning, the CT Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection said that the storm continues to intensify as it moves northeast. Bands of very heavy snow now cover most of the state with snowfall rates of 2-3 inches per hour.
Eversource Prepping for “Multi-Day” Storm-Related Outages; What’s Closed in Wilton Monday
[UPDATE] SUNDAY, FEB. 22, 2026 at 7 P.M. — Eversource is warning customers: if you lose power, it may be several days before it gets restored. The company said in a press release that it’s preparing for multi-day storm restoration and that the hazardous weather conditions will slow down any efforts they make to turn the power back on.
The company has about 700 crews positioned around Connecticut, including lineworkers that were brought in from New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. But Eversouce warns restoration efforts still will be slow-going.
For safety, stay away from any downed wires and report it to 9-1-1. Report outages to Eversource online or by calling 800.286.2000.
What’s Closed on Monday
- Wilton Schools
- Town of Wilton offices
- Wilton Senior Center
- Wilton Transfer Station
- Wilton Food Pantry
- Wilton Library
- Village Market
- Wilton YMCA
- Parks & Rec Programs are canceled.
- Social Services Programs are canceled.
Also, Gov. Ned Lamont declared a State of Emergency and has prohibited all commercial vehicle travel as of 5 p.m. Sunday — as have governors of neighboring states New York, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
“This One Is Different.” Blizzard Warning Issued for Wilton, 18–24 Inches Possible
[UPDATE] SATURDAY, FEB. 21, 2026 at 5 P.M. — The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection (CTDESPP) has increased snowfall forecasts for Wilton, and is now predicting a potential 18-24 inches of accumulation.
Emergency Management Director/Fire Chief Jim Blanchfield gave GOOD Morning Wilton a good indication of why people should heed the Blizzard Warning and all of the messages from officials. “This one is different,” he said.
Blanchfield, who takes part in at least two briefings per day with CTDESPP said he was told that light snow is expected to start around 12:30-1 p.m., and by 6 p.m. snowfall will increase to one inch per hour, with potentially 2-2.5 inches per hour during the height of the storm.
Blanchfield encourages everyone to be very well prepared, and be ready for power outages.
“Please pay attention to local news and updates regarding this storm’s impact. Unlike the last one, this snow will be wet and heavy, with predicted totals increasing not decreasing. We only had a few power outages last time, I expect more this time,” he said. “Have your errands and storm prep done and get inside before this storm starts.”
Blanchfield said that all town departments are prepared to handle what comes Wilton’s way.
The Department of Public Works will begin prepping the roads early Sunday morning. “You can’t do it too far in advance, but you also don’t want to be late on it,” Blanchfield explained, noting that Wilton is broken up into 13-14 plow routes, so that work will start prior to the storm Sunday.
Even though there is a state-wide shortage of road salt, Wilton DPW Director Frank Smeriglio was able to pre-empt problems for Wilton by procuring approximately 500 tons of salt to be ready.
Additionally, Blanchfield said Wilton Parks and Recreation crews will be in Wilton on duty Sunday and Fire Department staffing is being increased for the storm.
“Operations in storms for emergency services in much more difficult, dangerous and taxing, and mutual aid is either not available or significantly delayed,” he said.
Wilton Officials: Prepare for Major Storm with Blizzard-like Conditions
[UPDATE] SATURDAY, FEB. 21, 2026 AT 4 P.M. — Wilton officials have said the Town’s Emergency Operations Center will activate virtually starting Sunday, Feb. 22. Under Emergency Management Director/Fire Chief Jim Blanchfield, the EOC will coordinate the Wilton departments responsible for managing emergencies throughout the activation.
Officials have asked residents to stay off the roads and avoid travel during the height of the storm. “Travel will be dangerous during peak storm conditions [and we need to]… keep roadways clear for snow removal operations and emergency vehicles,” an alert from the Town stated.
Prepare for Outages
Eversource has stated that this storm has the potential for a large number of outages throughout the State. The Town has suggested that residents prepare for possible power outages by fully charging electronic devices and ensuring flashlights and extra batteries are available. Report power outages directly to Eversource at 800.286.2000 or on the Eversource website. Text STAT to 23129 to get power alerts and restoration times. Call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Residents can sign up for Emergency Notifications from the Town of Wilton through Wilton’s emergency notification platform, Everbridge. Visit the Town of Wilton website and click the Everbridge button.
[ORIGINAL STORY] SATURDAY, FEB. 21, 2026 at 3 P.M. — Wilton is now under a Blizzard Warning, as the National Weather Service has upped its previously forecasted snow accumulation and wind condition predictions that will impact Connecticut starting Sunday evening, Feb. 22. The storm will continue throughout Monday, Feb. 23.
The NWS Blizzard Warning is in effect from 1 p.m. Sunday to 6 p.m. Monday. Some weather models are currently forecasting up to 16-22 inches of snow across the southern half of Connecticut, with other models predicting even higher accumulations.
Earlier today, Gov. Ned Lamont issued an announcement urging CT residents to “prepare for the potential of blizzard conditions.”
According to the governor, of particular concern with the approaching storm are the very strong wind gusts that are expected to impact the entire state, with gusts exceeding 50 miles per hour at times.
The National Weather Service defines a blizzard as a storm containing heavy or blowing snow with winds in excess of 35 miles per hour for at least three hours and visibilities frequently less than a quarter mile.
Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and the hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.
The impact on travel is expected to be major not only on roads but also for air travel across the Northeastern U.S. The snow will likely have a wetter consistency and may be harder to plow, and the impacts from the wind and weight of the snow could last into the day on Tuesday.
A minor to moderate impact on power is possible and moderate coastal flooding is expected.
Town Makes Sand Available
As is usually the case, the Town of Wilton has made sand available for residents at Town Hall, at no charge. Residents are encouraged to take one bucket only.
Thank you GMW for keeping us updated!