Preparing for Winter

Take advantage of available resources to stay safe and warm this winter season.

Cold Weather Safety Tips

The City of Boston has compiled a list of safety tips for residents regarding personal safety and home safety. Make sure your family stays safe and warm this winter.
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Driving Tips

Please take extra caution when driving in snowy conditions.
View Driving Tips

Heating Resources

The City of Boston is here to help you with fuel assistance information and more.
Winter Heating Resources

Protecting Your Roof

During significant snowfall periods, there is always a risk of potential roof collapses and damage. Please try to remove snow and ice as soon as possible to mitigate the potential for damage.
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Announcements

  • Snow Notifications

    Sign up to receive email, voice and text message notifications for snow emergencies, parking bans, and school cancellations.

    Register for Alert Boston

    Know Snow Information

  • Get the Winter Weather Facts

    Boston's Guide to Winter Storms, Parking Regulations and Household Heating.

    Winter Weather Guide 2011-2012

  • Snow Emergency Parking Regulations

    The Transportation Department would like drivers to be aware of parking guidelines that will be put into effect whenever a Snow Emergency is declared in Boston during the winter season.

    More Information

Video & Multimedia

  • Snow Removal Update

    Public Works Commissioner Joanne Massaro and Transportation Commissioner Thomas Tinlin discuss the City's snow response at the Public Works Operational Headquarters.

    Watch Video

  • Seasonal Safety Reminder

    Mayor Menino joins members of the BFD and EMS to remind residents about seasonal safety issues.

    Watch Video

  • Know Snow

    Mayor Menino advises residents on winter storm-related issues.

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