Chris Strack of Monroe works on his laptop computer at the Edith Wheeler Memorial Library in Monroe on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Strack has had no power at his home since last Saturday's snowstorm. Library Director Margaret Borchers said the library, which has remained open 24 hours a day as an emergency shelter, is experiencing many times its normal traffic as residents recharge cellphones, use computers, or just come in to be warm. Photo: Brian A. Pounds / Connecticut Post