Boston Braces for Historic Blizzard: 2 Feet of Snow Expected

Boston is bracing for a significant winter storm, with meteorological services issuing a Blizzard Warning for the first time in four years. Forecasters anticipate the city could receive up to 2 feet of snow, accompanied by blizzard conditions, prompting Mayor Michelle Wu to declare a snow emergency. A parking ban went into effect Sunday afternoon, with vehicles parked on major roads subject to towing to facilitate snow removal operations.

In anticipation of the severe weather, all Boston Public Schools and central administrative offices will be closed on Monday. Extracurricular activities, sports, and other school programs are also canceled for Sunday night and Monday. City officials are actively preparing, with 900 salt spreaders and plows deployed, and snow being managed at city snow farms to maximize capacity.

Mayor Wu strongly advised residents to remain indoors and off the roads, citing potential snowfall rates of one to two inches per hour, which could lead to whiteout conditions. The city emphasized that fewer vehicles on the streets will allow plows to clear roads more efficiently and respond to emergencies effectively. Curbside trash and recycling collection is canceled citywide on Monday, with a one-day delay for all neighborhoods. Property owners are reminded of their responsibility to clear sidewalks and curb ramps within three hours after snowfall ends.