MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mayor Pernerewski to Hold Press Conference Following Emergency Operations Logistics Meeting
WHAT: Press Conference on City Preparedness for Major Winter Storm
WHO:
Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr.
Police Department Representatives
Fire Department Representatives
Adam Rinko, Director of Emergency Management
Dr. Darren Schwartz, Superintendent of Waterbury Public Schools
Additional key city staff
WHEN:
Sunday, February 22, 2026
11:00 a.m.
WHERE:
Department of Public Works
118 East Aurora Street
Waterbury, CT
DETAILS:
Mayor Pernerewski will hold a press conference at 11:00 a.m. Sunday at the Department of Public Works, 118 East Aurora Street, following a 10:00 a.m. Emergency Operations Logistics meeting with senior staff, including police, fire, and emergency management officials.
The meeting will focus on operational readiness, interdepartmental coordination, staffing, equipment, and resource deployment in advance of a significant winter storm expected to impact Connecticut beginning Sunday afternoon.
According to the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection and the Connecticut Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security:
- Winter Storm Warnings are in effect for Northern Connecticut beginning at 1:00 p.m. Sunday.
- Blizzard Warnings are in effect for Southern Connecticut from 1:00 p.m. Sunday through 6:00 p.m. Monday.
- A Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for Fairfield and New Haven Counties from midnight Sunday through 5:00 a.m. Monday.
Current forecast models project substantial snowfall across the state, with estimates ranging from 10 to 24 inches, and some models indicating the potential for higher localized totals. Wind gusts are forecast between 45 and 70 mph, creating the risk of blowing and drifting snow, near whiteout conditions, and scattered power outages.
The Mayor and city officials will provide an overview of anticipated impacts, preparedness efforts, and any public safety measures during the press conference.
Members of the media to attend the 10:00 am logistics meeting prior to the 11:00 a.m. start time.
Media inquiries and interview requests should be directed to Jennifer Rose (jrose@waterburyct.org)