What started out as a winter storm warning quickly spiraled into what ended up being possibly the worst blizzard in Connecticut history. The blizzard of 2013 disabled the state for several days. Winter in Connecticut can be bad, but 2013 had Connecticut residents questioning if they would ever see anything but the sparkling white sheen of several feet of snow! Let’s take a look back at the massive blizzard of 2013.

We're used to snow in Connecticut, but this was something else. Cars were rapidly buried as snow fell at a rate of six inches per hour.
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Snowfall, accompanied by thunder and lightning, began on February 8.
Drifts accumulated and the state quickly began to shut down. Crews desperately tried to battle the onslaught of precipitation.
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The largest snowfall of the storm was recorded in the town of Hamden. They got 40 inches!
Many residents experienced power outages and damage from fallen trees.
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On February 10, President Obama declared Connecticut to be in a state of emergency. This was one of the worst natural disasters in Connecticut history.

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The process of snow removal was extremely challenging. Both residents and state workers struggled with the sheer amount of snow.
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The resounding question became evident: where do we put all of this snow?
Single lane paths were eventually cleared down major roadways.
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For the first few days, residents walked to get to local stores to stock up on supplies.
The state eventually brought in large equipment to move snow to less populated areas of the state.
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Parks and vacant lots were piled high with the excess snow. The roadways needed clearing, and they needed it fast!
However, there were more than a few happy residents that enjoyed their few snow days!
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Schools and community programs were shut down until the snow had been cleared.

What are your memories of the worst blizzard in Connecticut history? Share your memories and photos with us, we love hearing about snow in Connecticut!

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Winter In Connecticut

Lisa Sammons | September 30, 2021

What are some of the worst natural disasters in Connecticut?

Overall, Connecticut is a pretty safe place to live. We're not typically plagued by hurricanes or tornadoes, we're not prone to flooding, and we've got an extremely low crime rate (one of the lowest in the country, in fact!). But did you know we had one year with no summer? After a volcano erupted in Indonesia, the weather was wacky throughout the world for all of 1815. Connecticut was no exception, with terribly frigid temperatures and no respite. We even had snow that July!

What are some good winter activities in Connecticut?

There's plenty to do in winter in Connecticut. Even if you aren't a huge fan of the cold, we've got lots of indoor attractions that are open year-round and are a great way to get inside where it's heated. Check out this list of activities we've got planned for great winter outings! There's all kinds of fun holiday events here. Christmas in Connecticut is a beautiful time. We've got Christmas tree farms, light shows, and more. Check out these festive Christmas towns in Connecticut. They're all worth a visit if you're looking to get into the holiday spirit!

What is winter like in Connecticut?

Well, needless to say, being in New England, we get a lot of snow! But many love the winter and this is an absolutely beautiful place to enjoy it. Check out this list of absolutely enchanting frozen wonderlands in the Nutmeg State. Many of our places, like Valley Falls, somehow manage to be even more gorgeous under a blanket of snow! And have you ever thought of exploring Connecticut's beaches when they have snowy shorelines? It's a beautiful sight! We may get frustrated at having to shovel our driveways so often, but we love it here and wouldn't have it any other way.

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