Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps

02/06/2026

❗️🔥 SEVERE COLD WARNING — LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS EXPECTED 🔥❗️

📍 Thomaston area residents — extreme cold and dangerously low wind chills (some of the coldest in years) are forecast for our community. These conditions pose a serious health risk including frostbite and hypothermia, even in short exposures.

Please limit outdoor time, dress in warm layers, protect exposed skin, and check on family, neighbors, and anyone who may be vulnerable.

🏠 If you or someone you know needs shelter or warming site information, please contact the Thomaston Police Dept. at 📞 (860) 283-4343 — they will connect you with Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps shelter personnel. Shelter will be opened on an as needed basis.

🚑 Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps EMS crews will be on call and ready to respond throughout this severe cold event. Your safety is our top priority.

🌬️ Stay warm, stay safe, and act early.

02/06/2026

🚑 Outstanding EMT Recognition 🚑

The Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps would like to formally recognize EMT Courtney Hall and EMT Jesiah Nieves Diaz for their exceptional performance during a recent emergency response.

Their rapid recognition, early defibrillation, high-quality resuscitation efforts, and strong overall scene management were exemplary and directly contributed to the return of spontaneous circulation and a survivable outcome for the patient. This was a complex, high-stress situation, and the care provided reflects an outstanding level of professionalism, teamwork, and clinical excellence.

Cases like this highlight the critical impact EMS has on patient outcomes long before arrival at the hospital. We are incredibly proud of Courtney and Jesiah and grateful for the lifesaving work they continue to do in the field every day.

Please join us in thanking them for their dedication to our community. 💙👏

Thank you to Thomaston Police Department and Thomaston Volunteer Fire Department always on scene. There assistance never goes unnoticed. Together we make a difference.

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Vintech Management Service
Center for EMS Services at Trinity Health Of New England
Trinity Health Of New England
Waterbury Hospital

02/04/2026

🚨 URGENT COLD WEATHER ALERT 🚨

Arctic temperatures are moving into our area this weekend and pose a serious risk to life and safety. Wind chills are expected to drop well below zero, making prolonged outdoor exposure extremely dangerous.

Effective:

Friday at NOON – until further notice

These conditions can become life-threatening quickly, especially for older adults, those without adequate heat, and anyone spending time outdoors. Please check on neighbors, family members, and anyone who may be vulnerable.

🆘 NEED A WARMING SHELTER IMMEDIATELY?

If you or someone you know needs shelter from the cold, CALL THE THOMASTON POLICE DEPARTMENT to be connected with Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps (TVAC) personnel for assistance. (860-283-4343)

We are monitoring conditions closely and remain available 24/7 to protect and support our community.

Do not wait. Stay indoors. Stay warm. Stay safe

01/28/2026

In the midst of this devastating fire, we want to extend our sincere thanks to Cumberland Farms and our other local businesses for their incredible support. Providing coffee, sandwiches, and access to restrooms may seem small, but it made a huge difference for first responders and for everyone who has been out assisting with cleanup efforts. Your kindness and generosity truly show the strength of our community. 💙

01/28/2026

💔 Our community is hurting today.

Late last night into the early morning hours, a devastating fire destroyed several beloved local businesses, including Patti’s Place, Mom’s Place, US Graphics, American Nails, and Chatham Beach. The loss of these businesses is heartbreaking and deeply felt throughout our entire Thomaston community.

We are holding Patti and Mike Kelley and everyone impacted by this tragedy close in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our mutual aid fire departments and to the dedicated EMS professionalswho worked tirelessly through the night under extremely difficult conditions. Your commitment, professionalism, and selflessness do not go unnoticed.

In the days ahead, as information becomes available on how the public can help, including fundraising and other support efforts, we will share those details. We encourage our community to continue coming together, supporting one another, and showing the strength and compassion Thomaston is known for.

01/23/2026

🚨 Upcoming Snowstorm Safety Reminder ❄️

As a winter storm moves into our area, we urge everyone in the community to stay off the roads if possible and remain safely at home. Travel conditions can deteriorate quickly, putting yourself and first responders at risk.

If you must shovel:

• Take frequent breaks

• Wait until the snow has stopped before heavy shoveling

• Avoid overexertion and know your limits

Cold temperatures and snowfall can be dangerous, especially for vulnerable residents. If you or someone you know needs access to a warming center or shelter, please contact the Thomaston Police Department for assistance.

🚑 Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps is on duty 24/7/365, ready to respond and care for our community throughout the storm.

Please stay safe, check on neighbors, and don’t hesitate to call for help when needed. 💙

Reminder if you are in need of a shelter or Warming pls contact the Thomaston Police Department at 860-284-4343
Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps to be connected to shelter personnel. The shelter at TVAC will be opened on an as needed basis.

Stay safe and do not go out until absolutely necessary during the storm

01/23/2026

❄️ Severe Cold Weather and Storm Alert ❄️

Cold 🥶 weather advisory until Wednesday January 28th. Winter storm moving into CT on Sunday with the possibility of significant snow fall.

🏠 Shelter/warming center will be available for Thomaston residents from today until Wednesday next week, the shelter will be opened on an as needed basis, please call Thomaston Police Department @ 860-283-4343 to be connected with Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps shelter personnel.

Please check on neighbors, especially seniors and vulnerable individuals, and take precautions to stay warm and safe.

Stay home unless absolutely necessary

Shovel slow take breaks - dont over exert.

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Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps
Thomaston Police Department

01/19/2026

❄️ Severe Cold Weather Alert ❄️

The Governor’s Office will be activating Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol beginning Monday, January 19, 2026 due to another blast of arctic air expected to impact our area.

Forecast highlights:

• Very cold conditions from late Monday through Wednesday mid-day

• Tuesday high temperatures: only 15–25°F, well below normal

• Wind gusts: 20–35 mph Monday night through Tuesday

• Wind chills: negative single digits to single digits Tuesday morning, remaining in the single digits most of the day

• Tuesday night temperatures: single digits

• Slightly warmer air arrives late Wednesday, with a chance of snow Wednesday into Thursday

🕔 The Severe Cold Weather Protocol will be in effect from 5:00 PM Monday, January 19 through noon on Wednesday, January 21.

🏠 Shelter/warming center will be available for Thomaston residents during this activation on an as needed basis, please call Thomaston Police Department @ 860-283-4343 to be connected with Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps shelter personnel.

Visit 211ct.org or call 2-1-1 for available locations and assistance.

Please check on neighbors, especially seniors and vulnerable individuals, and take precautions to stay warm and safe.

01/18/2026

Thomaston residents in the hickory hill road area without power. If you need warming,

Pls contact the Thomaston Police Department @ 860-283-4343. They will give your contact information to shelter personnel, which is available on an as needed basis@ Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps
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Thank you
Stay safe
Stay warm

01/16/2026

Reminder..

01/14/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ATSjS24Tg/

Our Thomaston outreach site has moved…. We will be operating at our new location starting 1/23!

Interested in getting connected to Toni or Ally for support? Come see us!

Visit our website at LCOTF.org for additional outreach locations.

01/14/2026

🚑 ❄️ Severe Cold Weather Alert ❄️ 🚑

Good evening Thomaston.

Weather forecasts indicate a brief shot of arctic air moving through our area Thursday night into Friday morning. Low temperatures Thursday night are expected to fall into the low to mid-teens, with wind chills ranging from 0° to +10°F. Northwest winds may gust up to 25 mph at times.

As a result, Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol will be activated from 5:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, through noon on Friday, January 16.

Please take precautions, check on neighbors, and stay warm and safe. As always, Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps is here for our community 24/7/365.

• Thomaston residents, information on a warming center or shelter assistance please contact the Thomaston Police Department to be connected with TVAC shelter personnel @ 860-283-4343

Please limit time outdoors, dress warmly, and check on neighbors, seniors, and anyone without adequate heat.

Stay warm. Stay safe.

Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps 🚑