High Winds Knock Out Power to 100s Across Connecticut
High Winds Knock Out Power to 100s Across Connecticut
US · Published Nov 6, 2025
Strong winds caused power outages for hundreds in Connecticut early Thursday.
Wind gusts reached up to 60 mph, prompting a gale warning for coastal waters.
Eversource crews worked to restore power, prioritizing critical facilities.
Strong winds cause widespread power outages in Connecticut
Hundreds of Connecticut residents experienced power outages early Thursday morning as strong winds and showers, associated with a passing cold front, swept through the state. Eversource, the state's primary energy provider, reported approximately 1,900 outages by 5:30 a.m., a decrease from the over 3,500 initially recorded. The towns most severely impacted included Guilford, Cornwall, and Madison, where high winds caused damage to power lines and equipment.
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