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Over the next few days, Connecticut will experience a blast of arctic temperatures. Governor Lamont has activated the Severe Cold Weather Protocol. A list of shelters is available at 211ct.org or by calling 2-1-1. [Read more about the Severe Cold Weather Protocol]

Connecticut Water Planning Council

Connecticut Drought Information Center

A service of the Connecticut Water Planning Council

Current Status as of 11/6/25: Stage 2 Drought - Fairfield, New Haven, and Middlesex Counties. No drought stage declared for remaining counties.

See Governor Lamont's Press Release >>

Press Releases and Conservation Requests

CT Data and Reports

NOAA / National Integrated Drought Information System - State of Connecticut Dashboard

U.S. Drought Monitor

Northeast Drought Early Warning System Dashboard

CT Drought Preparedness and Response Plan (updated 2022)