Closings

BIG SNOW: Watertown Declares Snow Emergency, See Closings & Impacts

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The expected heavy snow storm has caused many closings, cancellations and postponements, plus the Department of Public Works has declared a snow emergency. At 5 a.m., DPW Superintendent Gerry Mee declared a snow emergency for the town. This means vehicles must be off the public roads, or else may be towed. The snow emergency is in effect until further notice. Residents may park in public parking lots, including the municipal lot behind CVS, the Police Station, the Library and the Watertown Public Schools.

Weather

Doozy of a Snow Storm Coming on Tuesday – More than a Foot Possible

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Two storms coming together could produce a foot or more of snowfall in the Watertown area Tuesday. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch from 5 a.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday with heavy snow and gusty winds. Local weather forecasters predict between 12 and 18 inches of snow to fall in the Boston area. The WCVB Channel 5 forecast said one forecast model has the MetroWest and Boston areas getting more than a foot. This would include Watertown.

Weather

See the Closings and Delays Due to Monday’s Snow Storm

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As the snow storm stretches into the second day, and Watertown digs itself out the snow has caused some closings and delays. The Watertown Public Schools are closed Monday, and Monday’s School Committee meeting has been postponed. The meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m.

The Mosesian Arts Center announced that Monday night’s Jazz @ The Mosesian performance with Maggie Scott has been postponed. Also, all evening classes and voice lessons Monday have been cancelled.

Snow Storm

Snow Storm Sunday and Monday Cancels Schools, Events in Watertown

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The snow storm coming through the Boston area could bring another several inches of snow, or more, and has already canceled some events in Watertown. 

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from 7 a.m. Sunday to 7 p.m. Monday. WCVB Channel 5’s forecast puts Watertown in the band expected to get 6-12 inches of snow over the two days. As of 6 p.m., the Watertown Public Schools announced it will close schools on Monday, Feb. 13. Also, all evening activities will be cancelled.

Weather

More Snow on its Way for Watertown on Sunday and Monday

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There’s no break from the snow for the Boston area, as the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch from Sunday through most of Monday. Another 4 to 8 inches of snow could fall in Watertown beginning Sunday and lasting through Monday. The Winter Storm Watch lasts from 7 a.m. Sunday morning through Monday at 7 p.m.

WCVB Channel 5 forecast calls for the snow possibly turning to rain before going back to snow on Sunday. The snow to start falling steadily Sunday afternoon and the heaviest snowfall on Monday. Areas north and west of Boston will get more snow, while the Cape and Southeast Mass.

Snow Emergency

Watertown Declares Snow Emergency, Schools Closed

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A major storm will hit Watertown Thursday, and already schools have been closed and a snow emergency has been declared. 

The Watertown Public Schools will be closed Thursday, according to the list of school closings on WCVB’s website. Also, there will be no evening activities. Snow Emergency
A winter weather event is predicted with high winds and 8-14 inches of snow accumulation in our area. The Superintendent of Public Works has declared a snow emergency effective 6 a.m. Thursday, February 9, 2017 and will remain in effect until further notice. Parking Ban

On street parking will be banned and any motor vehicle left on the street will be subject to towing until further notice.

Weather

Nor’easter Could Dump a Foot of Snow on Watertown Thursday

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The National Weather Service warns that a major snow storm is heading toward the Boston area Wednesday evening through Thursday, and as much as a foot of snow could fall on Watertown. A Winter Storm Watch will be in effect from 10 p.m. on Wednesday through Thursday and ending in the early hours of Friday morning. The heavy snowfall could impact both commutes. Snowfall could be from 8 to 12 inches, according to the NWS. WBZ Channel 4’s weather report says there could be as much as 14 inches in the Boston area.