With the snow already flying and much more on the way, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has opened the emergency operations center at the State Armory on Broad Street in Hartford.
The operations center fosters increased communication among all agencies involved in public safety and the clearing of snow.
On a snowy morning, Avon Mountain has been closed in both directions - on the Avon and West Hartford sides - due to an accident. In addition, Route 185 in Simsbury - a major travel route for commuters into Hartford - was also closed temporarily this morning.