Danbury Declares Level 3 Snow Emergency

DANBURY, CT — Mayor Dean Esposito has called for a level 3 snow emergency to go into effect at 8 p.m. Friday.

Parking will be prohibited on city streets. To avoid having their vehicles ticketed and towed, residents must take immediate and move to off-street parking by 10:00 p.m. Friday.

The Patriot Parking Garage will be open free of charge starting at 7:30 PM to accommodate those who need space to comply with this weather emergency.

Travel on city streets is restricted to emergency vehicles, public works, four-wheel drive, and emergency personnel only.

This storm will bring with it heavy winds resulting in potential power outages and downed trees.

City officials advise residents secure all outdoor items or bring them inside.

The National Weather Service is forecasting total snow accumulations of 7 to 10 inches in Fairfield County, with winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Near blizzard conditions are possible for a period on Saturday.