A blizzard warning is in effect for southern Fairfield and New Haven counties from 1 p.m. Sunday to 6 p.m. Monday, with expected snowfall totals of 16-24 inches. The heaviest snow and strongest winds are expected between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. Monday, with snow rates of 1-3 inches per hour and gusts up to 55 mph. Travel will be treacherous, with significant blowing snow and a high risk of drivers becoming stranded.

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Gov. Lamont urges residents to prepare for the storm, stay off roads, and says state snowplows are ready. Delay travel, slow down on snowy roads, and leave extra space between cars, especially snowplows.

AAA Northeast is urging drivers to stay home as snow and blizzard‑like conditions move into the Northeast late Sunday into Monday. The storm brings the possibility of power outages, and drivers are encouraged to charge phones, portable chargers and other essential items before the worst conditions arrive. Road travel may become difficult, and drivers are advised to stay off the roads during and after the storm when possible.

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Flight cancellations are piling up in the area due to the snowstorm. Westchester County Airport has already canceled over 30 flights, Tweed New Haven has around five cancellations, and Bradley International has more than 45 cancellations. Airlines are gearing up for the storm, but it's likely to get worse. If you're flying, check with your airline for updates.

If you're venturing out in the cold, watch for signs of frostbite:

If you notice these symptoms, seek medical care ASAP. Stay safe out there!

Power outages are being monitored, with Eversource reporting over 10 outages, and United Illuminating reporting none. Utilities are preparing for the storm, bringing in extra staff and crews. Residents are advised to pack a storm kit with essentials like medicine, food, and water.

Saturday, 8:05 PM: Jeanette Herron, president of the Bridgeport City Council, urged residents to move their vehicles off emergency snow routes.

"Our emergency parking ban has been in effective since 6 p.m. tonight," Herron said. "The Bridgeport Police Department will be ticketing cars along these routes, and vehicles will be towed if they are not moved immediately."