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A historic winter storm blankets Wisconsin with blizzard warnings through March 16, prompting a state of emergency and Milwaukee County snow emergency, widespread school closures, travel advisories, and ongoing power outages as officials warn of up to 30 more inches of snow and winds up to 50 mph.
A major winter storm is targeting Minnesota, prompting Minneapolis and St. Paul to pre-emptively declare snow emergencies and offer free or low-cost parking in select lots, while numerous Twin Cities suburbs and dozens of counties issue parking restrictions and Blizzard/Winter Storm warnings. The action signals drivers to move vehicles off streets as plow crews prepare for multi-day operations, with several cities from Eden Prairie to Northfield and St. Cloud announcing snow events and extensive curb-to-curb plowing ahead of heavy snowfall through the weekend and into Sunday.
A major March snowstorm prompts Gov. Walz to authorize the Minnesota National Guard for potential rescues, with armories placed around the state and snow emergencies declared in the Twin Cities. The storm triggers widespread travel disruptions, including hundreds of MSP flight cancellations, a multi-vehicle crash on I-35, business closures, and parking adjustments, while residents are urged to prepare emergency kits and monitor updates.
Philadelphia activated a Snow Emergency as a major winter storm delivers heavy snow and strong winds; city mobilizes over 1,000 staff and 800 pieces of equipment, tracks plows via PHLPlow, and suspends certain trash/recycling collections while focusing on road clearance and public safety. Warming centers expand under Code Blue, and city offices plan to reopen the following day as residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel and stay informed via phila.gov and ReadyPhiladelphia.
After a nor'easter dumps roughly 15 inches of snow, Boston Public Schools are closed for Tuesday, Feb. 24 to give crews time to clear sidewalks and widen roadways; a snow emergency and parking ban remain in effect until 6 p.m. that day. Libraries, senior centers, and BCYF facilities reopen at noon on Feb. 24; other city buildings keep normal hours. Trash and recycling collection are delayed by one day. Space savers must be removed within 48 hours after the end of the emergency, with extra rules in the South End and Bay Village. Shelters run 24/7 with outreach and amnesty measures when temperatures fall below freezing; residents should call 911 for emergencies or 311 for non-emergencies.
Mayor Parker declared a Snow Emergency for Philadelphia starting at 4 p.m. on Feb 22, 2026, as forecasts call for heavy, wet snow and high winds with snowfall rates up to two inches per hour. The city will mobilize 800+ plows and 1,000+ staff, deploy salt, and activate comprehensive measures including road clearances, trash collection adjustments (delays through Feb 24), building closures on Feb 23, a Code Blue for homelessness, and the PlowPHL tracking system; residents should move vehicles off snow routes, limit travel, and stay informed via ReadyPhiladelphia and official city channels.
Philadelphia is under a Winter Storm Warning and Snow Emergency through Jan. 26, with extended plowing to residential streets, canceled or delayed trash and recycling collections, and widespread travel advisories. Residents should stay home, avoid parking on snow routes, and clear hydrants and sidewalks; sign up for ReadyPhiladelphia alerts, track snow operations on PlowPHL, and use warming centers as needed. City services and shelters are coordinating to maintain safety during the storm.
Kroger will close all Columbus Division stores at 6 p.m. Sunday due to the winter storm, with normal reopening on Monday; Giant Eagle is also closing early. Central Ohio counties are under Level 2 or 3 snow emergencies as several inches to a foot of snow falls, with brutal cold expected afterward.
A winter storm blankets Northeast Ohio, prompting Level 1 and Level 2 snow emergencies in several counties, with Level 3 described as the highest, most restrictive level. Counties currently at Level 2 include Ashland, Erie, Huron, Lorain, Sandusky and Summit; Level 1 designations cover Ashtabula, Holmes, Medina, Portage and Wayne. The Erie County Sheriff’s Office explains what each level entails, and ODOT notes snow-emergency levels are set by local sheriffs, not the state.
Philadelphia declares a snow emergency starting at 9 p.m. Saturday as a weekend winter storm is forecast to bring 8–18 inches of snow (with higher totals north and a wintry mix along the I‑95 corridor); an Enhanced Code Blue is active to shelter unhoused residents, with 14 warming centers open. Expect major travel disruption on roads and transit, potential power outages, and airline/airport delays—check status with SEPTA, PATCO, and carriers before traveling. Trash collection will be pushed back by a day, and after the storm a period of well-below-normal temperatures with dangerous wind chills is expected. Stay off roads if possible and monitor official alerts.
Several communities in Pennsylvania have declared snow emergencies ahead of a winter storm expected to bring light snow and sleet, with emergency periods varying by location from December 26 to December 27, 2025.
The City of Erie has declared a Snow Emergency from Friday to Sunday due to heavy snowfall, extending Odd-Even parking rules to facilitate snow plowing and emergency vehicle access. Residents are urged to comply with parking regulations, with police issuing tickets for non-compliance. Those in cul-de-sacs should use driveways, and others should park on one side of the street to aid plowing efforts. The city advises minimizing street use to ensure efficient snow removal.
A major weather pattern change is expected to bring significant snow to Minnesota later this week, potentially making March the snowiest month of the winter for the Twin Cities. After a relatively quiet and chilly workweek, a weather system is forecasted to arrive on Thursday, bringing a chance of snow that could impact the evening commute and Friday morning. Cold temperatures will cause any remaining snow to stick on the ground. Additionally, another potential snowmaker is possible for the southern half of Minnesota over the weekend. Meteorologists are closely monitoring the forecast for potential snow totals, with the entire state having an above-average chance of precipitation between March 24 and March 28.
Central Ohio experienced nearly 4.5 inches of snow on Friday night, marking the first measurable snowfall in February and bringing the winter's total to 9.8 inches, about half of the normal amount. Several counties, including Franklin, are under a Level 1 snow emergency, urging caution on roadways. Warmer weather is forecasted for the next few days, with temperatures expected to rise above freezing, reaching the mid-50s by Wednesday.
St. Paul did not declare a snow emergency despite receiving 6.9 inches of snow, opting to clear residential streets first due to warmer temperatures and an anticipated temperature drop. The decision was made to take advantage of the relatively sunny weather and avoid the need for residents to move their cars. The city's public works director cited the unusual winter weather patterns, including a lack of snow accumulation and previous extreme precipitation, as factors influencing their approach to snow management.