Winter Resources
The City of Boston offers snow information and alert options for preparing during winter storms. You can also find information on winter heating and energy assistance.
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Holiday Safety Tips
The holidays are a special time of year, but also a time when individuals need to be alert. The Boston Police Department and Boston Fire Department encourage individuals to take simple precautions to ensure a happy and safe holiday.
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Prevent Stolen Mail Packages
Protect your mail packages from being stolen this holiday season by not leaving them unattended on your doorstep. The BPD warns residents to make sure to communicate to your mail carrier that in order for the package to be dropped off at the residence, someone must be present at the residence and the receiver of the package must have an ID and proof of residency.
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Snow Alerts
Sign up to receive email, voice or text message (SMS) alerts for snow emergencies, parking bans, and school cancellations.
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Stay Safe and Warm this Winter Season
Read up on cold weather safety, driving in snowy conditions, winter heating resources, and protecting your roof so that you'll be in the know when it starts to snow.
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Adopt a Hydrant Now Launched!
This winter, the New Urban Mechanics are launching the volunteer-based Adopt-A-Hydrant program, a first-of-its-kind effort. Residents can volunteer to keep hydrants in their neighborhood accessible to firefighters after snowstorms. The app was developed by Erik Michaels-Ober, a Code for America fellow who served with the City in 2011.
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Winter Heat
Residential Winter Heat Information and FAQ
