School closures, parking bans and Sunday storm forecast
Local stores in Mattapoisett covered with snow. File photo
Local stores in Mattapoisett covered with snow. File photo
Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester are expected to be hit by blizzard conditions closing schools and starting parking bans beginning Sunday, Feb. 22.
The National Weather Service blizzard warning remains in effect from Sunday, Feb. 22 at 4 p.m. to Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7 a.m.
Total snow accumulations are expected to be between 18 and 25 inches. Wind gusting will be as high as 75 miles per hour according to the National Weather Service.
Possible impacts include low visibility, fallen tree branches and power outages. The National Weather Service recommends travel should be for emergencies only.
Old Rochester Regional School district canceled all classes and school related activities for Monday, Feb. 23. Schools closed include Center School, Old Hammondtown School, Rochester Memorial Elementary School, Sippican Elementary School, Old Rochester Regional Junior High School and Old Rochester Regional High School.
Parking bans are in effect in Mattapoisett from Sunday through Monday. The town offices of Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester will be closed Monday, Feb. 23.
Trash pickup will be delayed one day in Marion and Mattapoisett.
If you have any information, photos or tips about the storm, please send them to news@sippicanweek.com.
