Photo: Belmont Blizzard of ’26

In an attempt to stay one step ahead of a potentially hazardous snowstorm, Belmont has declared a Snow Emergency in effect from Sunday afternoon, Feb. 22 through Tuesday, Feb 24.

The National Weather Service issued a Blizzard Warning Sunday afternoon for most of eastern Massachusetts with heavy snow and strong winds. Forecasts calls for snowfall reaching two feet when the storm passes on Monday night.

Visit www.belmont-ma.gov/EMERGENCY for live updates.

The impact on Belmont

● Parking Ban: Starting Sunday Feb. 22, at 6 p.m. and continuing until further notice, Belmont is under a SNOW EMERGENCY PARKING BAN on all roadways, municipal parking lots, and Belmont Public School parking lots. Vehicles parked in violation of the ban will be towed at the owner’s expense.

● Trash and Recycling Collection Delay: There will be NO curbside collection on Monday, Feb. 23. Just like a Monday holiday, trash and recycling collections will be delayed by one day.

● Town Building Closures: All non-emergency Town buildings and offices will be CLOSED on Monday, Feb. 23.

Belmont Public School: All Belmont Public Schools, including school offices and school buildings, will be CLOSED on Monday, Feb. 23. This includes after-school activities and athletics. Read more at
www.belmont.k12.ma.us/page/school-closing-and-delayed-opening-process

● Select Board Meeting: The meeting will take place virtually on Monday, Feb. 23 at 6:00 PM. View the meeting information on our Town website:
www.belmont-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1802

● Important phone numbers
Eversource: 800-592-2000
Emergencies (including downed electrical wires): Call 911
For non-emergencies, please contact Belmont Police Department: (617) 484-1212
Belmont Light: To report a power outage, call (617) 993-2800 

Important Things To Do During The Storm

• Stay off the roads: Conditions will create hazards for travel; stay home and keep all vehicles off the road. Crews will be out before, during, and after the storm, and we need all roadways clear. In the event of an emergency, please call 911.
• Charge Devices and Flashlights: Make sure mobile devices, flashlights, and all other necessary equipment are charged ahead of the storm in case of power loss.
• Clear Hydrants and Storm Drains: After the storm has ended and if it is safe to do so, help clear nearby storm drains and hydrants of snow and ice. This is critical for flood prevention and firefighter access during an emergency.
• Dryer/Exhaust Vents: Remember to keep all heat exhaust pipes clear of snow for safe circulation.
• Check on your neighbors: Reach out to your neighbors, friends, and family who may need additional assistance, live alone, or may be nervous to make sure they are safe, prepared, and have what they need.