Peabody Declares Snow Emergency Ahead Of Storm

PEABODY, MA -- The city declared a snow emergency that will go into effect at 5 pm Tuesday. The region is expected to get four to eight inches of snow beginning this afternoon. Forecasters are calling for a messy afternoon commute.

A notice will be posted on the city's Website when the snow emergency has been lifted. Vehicles have to removed from the street by that time. If you do not have off-street parking, there may be options available in your area. Call 978-538-6312 for more information.

Have a weather related cancellation to report? Email dave.copeland@patch.com

DPW crews have more than 170 miles of roadways to clear in Peabody, so while the city does not have an ordinance requiring property owners to clear sidewalks of snow, it says their help in doing so is "greatly appreciated." Peabody officials also ask for residents' help in digging out the 1,800 fire hydrants in the city.

Finally, the city asks residents to call 978-536-7114 with specific service requests during storms. This, the city says, is the most efficient way to contact the city during a snowstorm.

Other cancellations:

• None reported at this time. Have a weather related cancellation to report? Email dave.copeland@patch.com

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Dave Copeland can be reached at dave.copeland@patch.com or by calling 617-433-7851. Follow him on Twitter (@CopeWrites) and Facebook (/copewrites).