HARTFORD -- Gov. Dannel Malloy lifted the statewide travel ban at 5 p.m. but said conditions are still slick and encourage drivers to stay off the roads as conditions remain treacherous. The travel ban began at 5 a.m.
“By limiting travel on state roads to only essential personnel, we dramatically reduced the potential for accidents and it has provided road crews with much greater access to clear the roads faster,” Malloy said. “As the storm begins to taper off, we will be lifting the ban effective at 5 p.m. today, however I want to stress that residents are still strongly advised to stay off the roads if at all possible. DOT crews are still clearing snow from many roads, and black ice continues to be a concern. If you absolutely do not need to travel, stay where you are this evening. Again, I want to thank all of the residents of our great state for heeding the warnings and staying safe during this storm.”
Malloy also launched an official website to provide state residents with updates throughout the storm. The website provides information for power outages, traffic and road incidents, shelter and warming centers, useful social media links and latest advisories.
