Weather
Stoughton Schools Going Remote As Snowstorm Continues Tuesday
The snow disrupted travel, school plans and vaccination efforts across the state Monday.
STOUGHTON, MA —A winter storm rolled into Massachusetts around midday Monday and is expected to last until Tuesday afternoon.
Snow picked up in Stoughton around 2 p.m. Monday, and the town could get several inches of heavy snow when it's all said and done early Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. But although some snow showers are in the forecast Tuesday, most of the precipitation is expected to be rain and sleet.
The school district will have a remote-only day Tuesday.
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[Feb 1 430 AM] Hot off the press! A major winter storm will produce 7-15" of heavy, wet #snow, with the Cape & Islands receiving lesser amounts. Heaviest snow is expected between noon & midnight, coinciding with the evening commute so please plan accordingly. #MAwx #RIwx #CTwx pic.twitter.com/PlepgAqytC
— NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) February 1, 2021
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Local restrictions
The town has not declared a snow emergency, but here's what we know about how local officials are handling the storm. Check the town website for the most up-to-date information.
Parking ban
Overnight on-street parking isn't allowed in Foxborough until April 1, per the town's winter ban.
Trash collection
Trash pickup was canceled for Tuesday and will not be made up until next week.
School
Stoughton Public Schools will have a remote learning snow day Tuesday. Middle and high school students should follow their regular schedule virtually. Elementary and Jones students/families should look for further details from building principals.
If you have any power or connectivity issues, please contact your building principal.
Questions? Any updates we're missing? Taken a photo that captures the storm well?
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[8:45am] Wondering about the timing of the snow today? Check out one model's prediction for how things will pan out through this evening. Please note, heavy snow is expected, and is represented by the dark blue on the map. #mawx #ctwx #riwx pic.twitter.com/3IXL5iEL0z
— NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) February 1, 2021
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