Snow Information
The City of Boston prepares year-round to ensure that residents are safe from snow, ice and extreme cold. Help us by looking out for your neighbors, particularly the elderly and disabled. Follow the rules and guidelines on snow removal, parking and cold weather safety. Thank you for being patient as crews work in tough conditions to clear roads, ease traffic and collect trash and recycling.
Call us anytime if you have any questions or are in need of services at the Mayor's 24-hour hotline at 617-635-4500.
Service Requests
- Street Plowing, Salting & Sanding
- Report Unshoveled Sidewalk
- Report Business Plowing Snow onto Sidewalk
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Parking Information
During declared snow emergency, no parking is allowed on major arterials. Find alternative parking options.
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Shoveling & Snow Removal
Commercial and residential property owners are responsible for snow removal from sidewalks.
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News & Press Releases »
- **Winter Storm Continues** Mayor Menino Urges Caution, Asks Commuters to Use Public Transportation For Thursday Evening, Friday Morning Commutes
- City Prepares for Another Weekend Snowstorm
- City Prepares for Another Weekend Snowstorm
Announcements
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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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Snow Emergency Parking Regulations
Drivers should be aware of parking regulations that are strictly enforced whenever a Snow Emergency is declared in Boston during the winter season.
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Get the Winter Weather Facts
Boston's guide to transportation & parking, snow removal, waste collection and home heating issues during the winter season.
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