THE VALLEY — A blizzard warning is in effect starting 1 p.m. today (Sunday) until Monday evening, according to The National Weather Service.
A nor’easter is predicted to dump between 16 to 20 inches of snow in the area, according to a weather service update issued at 4:51 a.m. Sunday.
Please scroll down to read alerts and updates issued in Ansonia, Derby, and Seymour on Saturday. Cleanup from the storm won’t be easy, even with parking bans in place.
Strong winds are expected to be an issue, too. The wind could cause white out conditions and bring down tree branches, which could cause power outages. Wind gusts could be as high as 50 mph.
The national weather service, state government, and local governments are telling motorists to stay off the roads during the storm.
Gov. Ned Lamont’s office sent a press release Saturday noting he is activating the state’s severe cold weather protocol at noon Sunday.
Anyone in need of shelter or a warming center is urged to visit 211ct.org or call 2-1-1 to find available locations. Transportation can be provided if necessary.
The information you’re reading below was posted Saturday:
THE VALLEY — A major winter storm is expected to dump a foot of snow on the region Sunday night and Monday. Here’s what we’re coming across in advance of the storm.
Please note that many schools, police & fire departments no longer send press releases to the media, opting for social media instead, which can make tracking new information difficult.
Ansonia Public Schools won’t open Monday, according to a message from district officials sent at 12:12 p.m. Saturday.
The police department sent word of a parking ban. Here is the message from the police department:
In anticipation of the impending winter storm, there will be a full parking ban on all city streets starting at 12 noon on Sunday February 22nd until Monday night, February 23rd at 11:00 pm.
These times may be extended based on the track of the storm and the amount of snow received.
All residents must remove their vehicles from the street to assist with plowing and emergency services by noon tomorrow. Vehicles in violation will be ticketed and towed at owner’s expense, beginning after 12 noon tomorrow (Sunday, Feb. 22).
During the storm, all city parking lots including municipal lots, Nolan Field and Board of Education lots will be open for resident parking.
Vehicles parked in the school lots should be removed at the end of the parking ban as the roads are cleared. Please remember to assist your neighbors and make sure that your vehicles are off the road.
If you have a fire hydrant in front of your residence or building, please assist the fire department in removing snow from around the fire hydrant.
The City of Ansonia also sent a Code Red weather message to citizens on Saturday. It is republished in its entirety below:
This is a Code Red Message from the City of Ansonia.
The forecast over the last 24 hours has changed significantly.
We are going to be experiencing a significant winter storm beginning Sunday afternoon and into Monday. Accumulation estimates vary but our area is expected to get over a foot of snow.
The storm track is also forecasting high winds during the storm, resulting in blizzard conditions. This may result in power outages. These accumulation totals will make it difficult for emergency vehicles and plows to work on City Streets. In anticipation of this winter storm, there will be a full parking ban on all city streets starting at 12 noon on Sunday until Monday night, February 23rd at 11:00 pm.
These times may be extended based on the track of the storm and the amount of snow received. All residents must remove their vehicles from the street to assist with plowing and emergency services by noon tomorrow. Vehicles in violation will be ticketed and towed at owner’s expense, beginning after 12 noon tomorrow.
During the storm, all city parking lots including municipal lots, Nolan Field and Board of Education lots will be open for resident parking. Vehicles parked in the school lots should be removed at the end of the parking ban as the roads are cleared. Please remember to assist your neighbors and make sure that your vehicles are off the road. If you have a fire hydrant in front of your residence or building, please assist the fire department in removing snow from around the fire hydrant.
Trash pickup for Monday will be postponed until Tuesday and will be postponed one day for the rest of the week. Ansonia Public Schools will be closed on Monday. All city buildings will be closed on Monday except for essential personnel. Please remember that it is essential that all vehicles are removed from City streets during the parking ban. This is a full parking ban, no parking on city streets will be allowed.
Thank you, City of Ansonia
The City of Derby sent the following info at 6 p.m. Saturday:
From the City of Derby:
Winter Storm Alert – Derby, CT Saturday, February 21, 2026
1. Snow Emergency Declared: Mayor Joseph DiMartino has declared a snow emergency starting at 12:00 pm on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
2. Parking Restrictions: Vehicles must park on the even-numbered side of streets until 36 hours after the storm ends.
3. Parking Garage: The Derby Municipal Parking Garage (2 Thompson Place) will be available for downtown residents starting at 12:00 pm, free of charge until 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
4. Travel Advisory: Non-emergency vehicles should stay off the roads during the storm. Please stay safe and plan ahead!
Thank you, City of Derby
The Town of Seymour also sent a Code Red message to residents on Saturday at noon. Here it is:
This is First Selectwoman Annmarie Drugonis, with a message regarding the upcoming snowstorm. It looks like the Snow Miser is not ready to let go of winter. Starting Sun. Feb. 22 at noon to Tues. Feb. 24 at noon there will be a parking ban put in place. The garbage and recycling pickup for Monday will be delayed by one day. We will keep everyone informed via the CODE RED, as well as Facebook.
Thank you, Town of Seymour
The Seymour Police Department posted the following image to Facebook Saturday:
Gov. Ned Lamont’s office sent the following prepared statement Saturday:
