Email Alerts

As a courtesy, the City of Boston offers email alerts to constituents for snow emergencies, parking bans, and school closings. Alerts are broadcasted when snow emergencies are declared or are lifted:

Text Alerts

Messages can also be received directly by your cellphone. Be aware that your cellphone carrier may bill you for text messages you receive. They are probably not free:

Voice Alerts

Pre-recorded telephone alerts for parking bans and snow emergencies are offered on a limited basis to the eldery and residents with disabilities [link]. Residents are encouraged to register for email and text alerts for faster notification.