Thousands Lose Power In CT, Several Major Crashes Reported: Live Updates

CONNECTICUT — More than 2,000 Connecticut residents are still without power on a very cold Thursday morning as high wind gusts and heavy rain fell overnight.

Eversource is reporting 2,000 power outages as of Thursday afternoon. UI is reporting 53 outages.

Several major accidents on the highways have been reported across the state. See below for real time data.

Two tractor-trailers crashed in Ashford on I-84 eastbound and both vehicles are now "submerged in the water," WFSB 3 TV reported. Serious injuries have been reported and the state police dive team has responded.

"Last night’s storm resulted in 25 calls for trees down across #CT roads, including I-91," the state Department of Transportation said. "Several of these resulted in crashes & property damage. While most trees have been removed, some are in wires. We ask for patience as #CTDOT & utility crews continue clearing damage & debris."

Towns with more than 100 outages reported include: Cornwall, Ridgefield, West Hartford, Greenwich, New Milford, Thompson, Union, Voluntown, Weston, and Wilton.

"This morning, we’re waking up to a brighter sky. You’ll need the sunglasses, also the winter coat. Temperatures start in the 20s, that will feel more like the teens (perhaps single digits) thanks to the wind," said WFSB 3 TV Chief Meteorologist Mark Dixon. "Then, this afternoon, temps only peak in the 30s (feeling more like the 20s). Not a fan? Well, the shot of colder air is short-lived. Most of the day is dry, but a lake enhanced snow shower could reach the Hills of NW CT.

"As Meteorological spring begins tomorrow, Friday (March 1st), temperatures go back above average with highs in the mid-40s. We’ll end the week with plenty of sunshine and a calmer wind. After sunset, cloud cover increases as an area of low pressure heads our way," Dixon said.

"The chance for rain is coming into better focus. Showers now appear likely Saturday due to an area of low pressure offshore, this in tandem with an onshore flow could keep high temperatures in the mid to upper 40s. Meanwhile, Sunday looks primarily dry but with more clouds than sunshine. It will also be milder, with highs in the 50s," Dixon said. (Read/watch more at WFSB 3 TV).

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Live updates via the CT DOT:

W. HARTFORD - Delays. I-84 Eastbound is congested between Exits 44 and 50 (3.0 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:20 pm.

E. HARTFORD - Delays. I-84 Westbound is congested between Exits 56 and 45 (3.5 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:53 pm.

ASHFORD - Crash on I-84 Eastbound Exit 72 ONRAMP. The right and center lanes are closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 2:47 am.

ROCKY HILL - Crash (2 Vehicle) on I-91 Northbound between Exits 22 and 23. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:31 pm.

WINDSOR - Delays. I-91 Southbound is congested between Exits 35A and 32 (3.3 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:52 pm.

STAMFORD - Delays. I-95 Northbound is congested between Exits 3 and 13 (9.2 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 2:25 pm.

NEW HAVEN - Delays. I-95 Southbound is congested between Exits 48 and 43 (1.6 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:27 pm.

NORWALK - Delays. I-95 Northbound is congested between Exits 16 and 26 (10.9 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:30 pm.

ORANGE - Road Work on RT 15 Southbound between Exits 58 and 56 (1.6 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:44 am.

FAIRFIELD - Delays. RT 15 Northbound is congested between Exits 40B and 44 (5.4 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:09 pm.

STAMFORD - Delays. RT 15 Northbound is congested between Exits 34 and 38 (6.8 miles). Reported Thursday, February 29 at 3:09 pm.

Wind gusts reported by the National Weather Service:

Fairfield County
Bridgeport Airport 56 MPH
STAMFORD 51 MPH
Norwalk 51 MPH
Fairfield 46 MPH
Danbury Airport 45 MPH

Middlesex County
Middletown - Rt9nb - On Ramp 47 MPH
Chester Airport 41 MPH

New Haven County
Lighthouse Point 46 MPH
Stony Creek 44 MPH
New Haven Airport 44 MPH
Hammonasset 42 MPH
Milford 41 MPH
Meriden Airport 40 MPH

New London County
Groton Airport 45 MPH