Hartford Rocked by Historic Snowstorm

Hartford Rocked by Historic SnowstormHartford Rocked by Historic Snowstorm Hartford, Connecticut, has been buried under a historic snowstorm that has brought the city to a standstill. The blizzard, which began late Sunday and continued into Monday, has dumped over two feet of snow on the city, making it the biggest snowstorm to hit Hartford in over a century. The snow has caused widespread power outages, with over 100,000 customers still without power as of Monday afternoon. Roads are impassable, and public transportation has been shut down. Emergency services are overwhelmed, and residents are being urged to stay indoors. Governor Ned Lamont has declared a state of emergency for Hartford County, and the National Guard has been called in to assist with cleanup efforts. The governor has also urged residents to avoid driving, as the roads are extremely dangerous. The snowstorm has paralyzed Hartford’s economy, with businesses closed and employees unable to get to work. The city’s schools have also been closed for the day, and many other events and activities have been canceled. The storm is expected to continue into Tuesday, and forecasters are predicting that the snow will continue to fall heavily throughout the night. Residents are being urged to stay prepared for extended power outages and to conserve their resources. This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as they become available.