Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps

12/29/2025

🚨❄️ SEVERE COLD WEATHER ALERT ❄️🚨

Connecticut has activated the Severe Cold Weather Protocol due to dangerously cold temperatures.

🕕 Effective:

6:00 PM Monday, December 29, 2025 through noon Sunday, January 4, 2026

⚠️ Wind chills are expected to drop into the single digits and near zero at times, creating life-threatening conditions for anyone exposed to the cold.

🏠 Need Shelter or Warming Assistance?

• Visit 211ct.org

• Call 2-1-1

• For Thomaston residents call 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 🚑

12/27/2025

12/27/2025

❄️ Significant snow fall amounts for the area❄️

The forecast is calling for Significant snowfall.

Stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.
Drive slow and stay alert ⚠️

Watch out for DOT trucks. They are on the roads to keep us safe.

🏠 Shelter Available on an as Needed basis

📞 Please call Thomaston Police Department 860-283-4343 be connected with TVAC shelter personnel.

Please check on neighbors, especially seniors and those without adequate heat, or loss of power and take precautions to stay warm and safe.

Stay safe,

Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps 🚑

12/25/2025

❄️ Severe Cold Weather Advisory ❄️

The forecast is calling for another blast of dangerously cold weather beginning Thursday evening and continuing through Sunday morning.

Based on the forecast, Thomaston is activating the Severe Cold Weather Protocol from 5:00 PM Thursday (12/25) through 10:00 AM Sunday (12/28).

Overnight temperatures are expected to drop into the teens, with north winds of 5–10 mph and gusts up to 20 mph, creating wind chills in the single digits and near zero at times. Wind chills Friday and Saturday nights are also expected to fall below 10 degrees in parts of the state.

🏠 Warming Shelter Available if Needed

If warming needs arise, shelter will be available.

📞 Please call Thomaston Police Department to be connected with TVAC shelter personnel.

Please check on neighbors, especially seniors and those without adequate heat, and take precautions to stay warm and safe.

Stay safe,

Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps 🚑

12/25/2025

🎄 From all of us at Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps 🎄

As we celebrate this Christmas season, we want to wish our friends, neighbors, and the entire Thomaston community a happy, healthy, and safe holiday.

While many are spending time with family and loved ones, first responders across our region are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, ready to answer the call when help is needed. We extend our sincere thanks to all EMS providers, firefighters, law enforcement officers, dispatchers, and healthcare professionals for their unwavering dedication and service.

Thank you for your continued support of our volunteers and our mission. Please celebrate safely, look out for one another, and know that we are always here when you need us.

🎅🚑 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from TVAC!

12/14/2025

❄️ 🚑 SEVERE COLD WEATHER ALERT ❄️ 🚑
Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps

A Severe Cold Weather Protocol is in effect Sunday 12/14 at noon through Monday 12/15 at noon.
Dangerous arctic air and windchills at or below zero are expected overnight.

If you need a warming center, call Thomaston Police Department at (860) 283-4343 to be connected with Ambulance Shelter Personnel. Shelter will be opened on an as needed basis.

Please check on neighbors and vulnerable residents. Do not leave our furry family outdoors for any extended period of time.
This cold can be life-threatening. Dress in layers. Stay warm. Stay safe.

12/05/2025

❄️ WARMING CENTER INFORMATION – THOMASTON VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORPS ❄️

With the dangerously cold temperatures moving in, we want our community to stay safe and warm. If you or someone you know is in need of a warming center, please contact the Thomaston Police Department at (860) 283-4343. They will connect you with the appropriate Ambulance shelter personnel.

Please check on neighbors, older adults, and anyone who may need assistance during this cold snap.
Stay safe, Thomaston. ❤️💙

— Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps

12/03/2025

TVAC is hosting a blood drive this Sunday December 7th 900am to 200pm, sign up today and save a life.

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11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corps! 🚨

As we gather to celebrate this day of thanks, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible volunteers and all EMS professionals who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to serving our community. Your commitment never stops, and we are truly thankful for your service.

We also want to wish our entire Thomaston community a very happy, healthy, and safe Thanksgiving filled with good food and wonderful company.

Please remember to keep safety in mind today! We are here 24/7-365 if you need us.