Editor’s Take

Winter Storm Gail continues her path over Westport as the National Weather Service, NYC reports an updated official forecast showing a maximum 15 inches of snow, and minimum of 8 inches of snow, being possible. The majority of the snow is expected to taper-off this morning prior to 10:00 AM.

Today will continue to be a cold, blustery day for Westport families home from work and school - with wind chill temperatures nearing 10 degrees early this morning, and warming up to a relatively balmy 17 degrees this afternoon. Roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and driveways will remain icey and dangerous if untreated or uncleared. Please continue to stay off of the roads to allow snow removal to take place, as well as sanding and salting. Click here to review which roads will be cleared first according to the Department of Public Works.

Please see our Closures section to view what’s open, and what’s not.

Sledding Hills & Scenic Views

For all of our new Westporters, a snow day in Westport is a beautiful sight to behold. Sledding, brisk walks, or scenic drives during the days following a snowfall will quickly give the town and surrounding community a new identity. Be sure roads are cleared and safe, and that you - and your family - are properly dressed for the cold.

Local Sledding Hills:

Winslow Dog Park: 44 Compo Road North (Tip: Park in the Country Playhouse lot to access the top of the hill)

Greens Farms Elementary School: 17 Morningside Drive South

Brisk Walks:

Sherwood Island State Park

Compo Beach to Old Mill Beach

Earthplace Hiking Trails

Downtown’s Main Street or River Walk

Scenic Drives:

Coastal Route: Compo Beach to Southport Village via Hillspoint - Beachside Avenue - Pequot Avenue

Northern Route: Long Lots Road, Sturges Highway, Cross Highway