STORM WATCH LIVE UPDATES: Bridgeport officials advising residents to stay off roads due to conditions
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Bridgeport officials are not only dealing with one of the largest snowfall totals in the state, but several roads remain closed Sunday due to a water main break.
City officials say because of a break at Fairfield Avenue and Water Street, the following intersections are closed:
Golden Hill Street and Water Street
Fairfield Avenue and Middle Street
John Street and Water Street
Kossuth Street and Stratford Avenue
The cause of the break has not been determined.
In Stamford, people have been venturing outside near Bedford Street to get out of their houses, grab a bite to eat at a handful of restaurants that were opened and walk around.
For Cody Heisginer, the snow means skiing around downtown.
Bridgeport officials advising residents to stay off roads due to conditions
Visibility continues to be low in downtown New Canaan. But that didn't stop one family from venturing outside with sleds to celebrate a birthday.
Meanwhile, Bridgeport officials say the storm could produce one of the largest accumulations the city has seen in years. Mayor Joe Gamin says the storm could also be one of the most challenging.
Officials are asking all residents to stay off the roads to hazardous conditions.
Despite the weather, The White Buffalo in New Canaan was packed with customers.
Conditions in Milford
Visibility remains low along the Post Road in Milford, and there are few cars on the busy road.
Many businesses are also closed.
The Athenian Diner is one business that is open during the snowstorm.
Storm impacts service on subways, buses, trains and planes
Sunday's snowstorm is impacting travel around the Tri-state area.
LaGuardiaAirport: https://www.laguardiaairport.com/announcements/major-winter-storm
John F. Kennedy Airport: https://www.jfkairport.com/
Newark Liberty International Airport: https://www.newarkairport.com/
Port Authority: https://www.panynj.gov/port-authority/en/index.html
MTA: https://www.mta.info/article/winter-storm-service-changes-january-25-26-2026
Subway
Some express trains will make local stops this weekend in preparation for the winter storm. Many planned service changes have been canceled.
Buses
Expect longer waits for local buses. Some buses will be pulled from service to apply snow chains before the storm and removing articulated buses from service during the storm.
Long Island Rail Road
The LIRR will run on a modified Sunday schedule, with the following changes:
No service between Ronkonkoma and Greenport.
Reduced Babylon Branch service with no direct trains to or from Grand Central.
The following planned service changes have been proactively canceled for this weekend and into next week:
Brooklyn weekend service suspension
Kew Gardens, Forest Hills, Woodside westbound weekend bypassing
Montauk weekday overnight busing
Elmont-UBS Arena, Queens Village, Hollis midday westbound bypassing on Monday
Metro-North Railroad
Metro-North Railroad will operate hourly service on the Hudson, Harlem, and New Haven lines on Sunday. The New Canaan, Danbury, and Waterbury branches will run on their regular weekend schedules.
West of Hudson service on the Port Jervis and Pascack Valley lines will be temporarily suspended beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Visit NJTransit's website for updates.
On Monday, trains will operate on a Saturday schedule with additional rush hour trains. Check the TrainTime app for details.
Stamford mayor provides update on conditions
Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons urged all residents to stay safe as heavy snow continues to fall around Connecticut.
The mayor asked residents to stay at home and to limit travel so that crews have easier access to plow the roads. She also reminded residents who need assistance that help is available. More information can be found on the city’s website.
Wilton selectman said weather conditions deteriorating
Wilton First Selectman Toni Boucher urged residents to stay indoors as much as possible and to avoid any unnecessary travel.
She spoke to News 12 about deteriorating conditions and reminded residents about the dangers of shoveling snow – particularly for older adults.
Gov. Lamont brings coffee to DOT workers, urges residents to stay off roads
Gov. Ned Lamont visited the Connecticut Department of Transportation maintenance garage in Darien Sunday morning to bring coffee and treats to the emergency road crew. There are currently hundreds of crews out on the state’s roadways plowing snow and dropping salt.
Lamont urged all Connecticut residents to stay inside as much as possible to allow the crews access to clear the roads and make them safe.
News 12 checks on conditions in Milford
As heavy snow continues to fall across Connecticut, News 12’s Marissa Alter checked in on the conditions in Milford. She even met a city resident who said he did not mind the cold.
Wearing only shorts and a tank top, Nicholas Dennehy said he has thick skin, and the cold doesn't bother him. News 12 caught up with Dennehy as he was pumping gas on his way back from the gym.
Tracking weather conditions in Darien
A major winter storm is making its way through Connecticut. News 12’s Leanna Wells is checking on the conditions in Darien.
Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026
Mayor Ganim: Bridgeport is ‘prepared.’
Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim declared a weather emergency Saturday as a massive storm barrels toward Connecticut's biggest city.
"We're here at the Emergency Operations Center getting a full briefing from the National Weather Service, because preparation is something we do very well here in Bridgeport, but it's got to be a team sport," Ganim said on Sunday. "The storm preparation effort will only be successful if all of the experts and the crews and the first responders work together."
George Kelly, a Bridgeport Public Facilities driver, said he began prepping Bridgeport streets at 6 a.m. Saturday.
"We're out there laying down the groundwork, literally, to help keep our community safe no matter what Mother Nature brings," Kelly said.
-- By Frank Recchia
