As a blast of arctic air is forecast to impact Connecticut, Governor Ned Lamont is directing the state’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol to go into effect from Saturday, December 21 through Tuesday, December 24. Shelters and warming centers are available statewide. If you or someone you know is in urgent need of a place to keep warm, find your nearest warming center by calling 2-1-1 or at https://uwc.211ct.org/get-help/warmingcenters/.