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Thousands Lose Power In CT, Several Major Crashes Reported

Here is a live look at power outages across Connecticut and several crashes and delays have been reported on highways.

CONNECTICUT — More than 2,000 Connecticut residents are still without power on a very cold Thursday morning as high wind gusts and heavy rain fell overnight.

Eversource is reporting 2,000 power outages as of Thursday morning. UI is reporting 53 outages.

Several major accidents on the highways have been reported across the state. See below for real time data.

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Two tractor-trailers crashed in Ashford on I-84 eastbound and both vehicles are now " submerged in the water," WFSB 3 TV reported. Serious injuries have been reported and the state police dive team has responded.

"Last night’s storm resulted in 25 calls for trees down across #CT roads, including I-91," the state Department of Transportation said. "Several of these resulted in crashes & property damage. While most trees have been removed, some are in wires. We ask for patience as #CTDOT& utility crews continue clearing damage & debris."

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Towns with more than 100 outages reported include: Cornwall, Ridgefield, West Hartford, Greenwich, New Milford, Thompson, Union, Voluntown, Weston, and Wilton.

"This morning, we’re waking up to a brighter sky. You’ll need the sunglasses, also the winter coat. Temperatures start in the 20s, that will feel more like the teens (perhaps single digits) thanks to the wind," said WFSB 3 TV Chief Meteorologist Mark Dixon. "Then, this afternoon, temps only peak in the 30s (feeling more like the 20s). Not a fan? Well, the shot of colder air is short-lived. Most of the day is dry, but a lake enhanced snow shower could reach the Hills of NW CT.

"As Meteorological spring begins tomorrow, Friday (March 1st), temperatures go back above average with highs in the mid-40s. We’ll end the week with plenty of sunshine and a calmer wind. After sunset, cloud cover increases as an area of low pressure heads our way," Dixon said.

"The chance for rain is coming into better focus. Showers now appear likely Saturday due to an area of low pressure offshore, this in tandem with an onshore flow could keep high temperatures in the mid to upper 40s. Meanwhile, Sunday looks primarily dry but with more clouds than sunshine. It will also be milder, with highs in the 50s," Dixon said. (Read/watch more at WFSB 3 TV).

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Live updates via the CT DOT:

MONTVILLE - Road Work on I-395 Northbound between Exits 2 and 6 in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 7:59 am.

MERIDEN - Road Work on I-691 Westbound between Exits 5 and 8A (3.3 miles) in effect today until 4:21 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 11:21 am.

TOLLAND - Road Work on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 68 and 69 (3.0 miles) in effect today until 3:50 pm. The right shoulder is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 8:49 am.

NEW BRITAIN - Road Work on I-84 Westbound between Exits 35 and 32 (4.3 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:20 am.

WATERBURY - Road Work on I-84 Westbound between Exits 22 and 21 (0.8 miles) in effect today until 3:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 11:21 am.

HARTFORD - Road Work on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 46 and 52 (2.2 miles) in effect today until 3:30 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 11:30 am.

ASHFORD - Crash (Tractor Trailer) on I-84 Eastbound between Exits 72 and 73. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 2:47 am.

MERIDEN - Road Work on I-91 Northbound between Exits 18 and 20 (1.5 miles) in effect today until 3:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:06 am.

WETHERSFIELD - Road Work on I-91 Southbound between Exits 26 and 23 (4.7 miles) in effect today until 4:26 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:26 am.

HARTFORD - Road Work on I-91 Northbound between Exits 33 and 48 (16.3 miles) in effect today until 4:27 pm. The 2 left lanes are closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:28 am.

NEW HAVEN - Road Work on I-91 Northbound between Exits 6 and 8 in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 10:56 am.

BRANFORD - Road Work on I-95 Southbound between Exits 54 and 52 in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:23 am.

WESTPORT - Road Work on I-95 Northbound between Exits 17 and 19 (4.9 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 11:07 am.

EAST LYME - Road Work on I-95 Southbound between Exits 72 and 70 (4.0 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 11:15 am.

BLOOMFIELD - Route 189 CLOSED between Terry Plains Rd and Adams Rd. due to tree in wires. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 7:36 am.

ORANGE - Road Work on RT 15 Southbound between Exits 58 and 56 (1.6 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:44 am.

FAIRFIELD - Road Work on RT 15 Southbound between Exits 46 and 40B (10.8 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 11:24 am.

COLCHESTER - Road Work on RT 2 Westbound between Exits 18 and 16 (3.6 miles) in effect today until 3:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 10:55 am.

TRUMBULL - Road Work on RT 25 Southbound between Exits 9 and 6 (2.5 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:20 am.

WETHERSFIELD - Road Work on RT 3 Northbound area of the Putnam Bridge in effect today until 3:59 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 8:59 am.

WATERFORD - Road Work on RT 32 Northbound in effect today until 4:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 8:10 am.

NEW BRITAIN - Road Work on RT 72 Westbound between Exits 3 and 4 (1.5 miles) in effect today until 4:00 pm. The left lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 11:15 am.

WATERBURY - Road Work on RT 8 Southbound between Exits 33 and 29 (3.3 miles) in effect today until 4:02 pm. Expect lane closures. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:02 am.

WATERBURY - Road Work on RT 8 Southbound between Exits 30 and 29 (2.3 miles) in effect today until 3:00 pm. The right lane is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:08 am.

WATERTOWN - Road Work on RT 8 Southbound between Exits 37 and 36 (2.1 miles) in effect today until 3:00 pm. The right shoulder is closed. Reported Thursday, February 29 at 9:28 am.

Wind gusts reported by the National Weather Service:

Fairfield County

Bridgeport Airport 56 MPH

STAMFORD 51 MPH

Norwalk 51 MPH

Fairfield 46 MPH

Danbury Airport 45 MPH

Middlesex County

Middletown - Rt9nb - On Ramp 47 MPH

Chester Airport 41 MPH

New Haven County

Lighthouse Point 46 MPH

Stony Creek 44 MPH

New Haven Airport 44 MPH

Hammonasset 42 MPH

Milford 41 MPH

Meriden Airport 40 MPH

New London County

Groton Airport 45 MPH

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