1/28 Weekend Storm Update: Parking Ban, Reporting Downed Wires & More
A major snowstorm affecting Melrose could result in an accumulation of as many as 24 inches, according to the National Weather Service. The snow is expected to begin overnight on Friday evening and continue through Saturday evening.
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The City of Melrose Department of Public Works will be working hard to keep the streets safe and clear for you. The City asks that you please be patient, as our plow drivers work efficiently and safely to clear the snow.
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We would appreciate everyone's assistance in clearing catch basins, fire hydrants, and sidewalks in their neighborhood after the storm.
Here's what you need to know
Parking Ban Will Be in Effect
The City of Melrose will implement an emergency parking ban from 12:00a.m. on Saturday 1/28 until 12:00p.m. on Sunday 1/30. On-street parking is prohibited during this time, cars parked on the street will be subject to fines and will be towed.
Driving Conditions
The National Weather Service expects high winds during the storm that will result in extremely low visibility for both drivers and pedestrians. The City encourages everyone to stay off the roads on Saturday as much as possible, to give plow operators the room they need to effectively plow our streets.
Non-Emergency Snow Related Questions
Call the DPW Snow Operations Center (781) 665 - 0142
Reporting Downed Wires
CALL 911 immediately and DO NOT approach or touch any downed wires. Assume every wire is live.
Reporting Downed Tree Limbs
Contact the Department of Public Works at 781-665-0142 during business hours. After hours, please call the Melrose Police Department’s business line at 781-665-1212.
Reporting National Grid Outages
Report any National Grid outages by visiting www1.nationalgridus.com/outages, or by contacting National Grid’s customer service lines below:
- Outage Hotline: (800) 465 - 1212
- Electric Customer Service: (800) 322 - 3223
- Gas Customer Service : (800) 640 - 1595
View outage reports: https://outagemap.ma.nationalgridus.com/
Reporting any Telecommunications Related Issues (Verizon)
- Residents an contact Verizon at 1-800-837-4966 (1-800-VERIZON) or online at www.verizon.com/outage to report any service-related issue, receive alert and find helpful service-related
- Residents can also review Verizon’s storm information and tips on their website at www.verizon.com/about/news/emergency-resource-center/emergency-preparati...
- Small business customers can visit www.verizon.com/business
- Medium business customers and enterprise customers should contact their regular customer service centers account teams, as needed. Enterprise customers can also access the Enterprise Center at www.enterprisecenter.verizon.com.
Reporting any Telecommunications Related Issues (XFINITY)
- Customers can call Comcast at 1-800-934-6489 (1-800-XFINITY)
- Customer can chat with a customer service representative online at https://www.xfinity.com/support/contact-us
Please note: the Melrose Public Library will be closed on Saturday.