Long Snowstorm To Hit Tewksbury: Timing, Snow Totals

TEWKSBURY, MA — A long-duration snow event will move into this region Thursday afternoon, potentially leaving up to 8 inches of snow in the Tewksbury area.

You may see flurries earlier, but the real snow won't begin until after 2 p.m, the National Weather Service predicted. The snow will fall through Friday evening, according to the forecast.

In a change from other recent snow events, this storm will bring more snow to areas closer to the Atlantic Ocean. Almost the entire state west of the I-495 may pick up between 4 and 6 inches — except for the Quabbin Reservoir area, which may only see 3 to 4 inches.

Areas south of the Mass Pike and east of I-95 could pick up 6 to 8 inches, according to the forecast. There are some exceptions. The Milford area is included in the higher snow total, and so is the narrow strip from Route 27 in Natick east to I-95. Tewksbury is included in the 6 to 8 inch forecast.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for all of Southern New England. A more severe winter storm warning has not been issued due to how long the storm will last.

"Travel could be difficult at times as roads become snow covered," the advisory says. "The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute."

Local restrictions

This story will be updated throughout the day Thursday and Friday with the latest measures.

Check the town website for the most up-to-date information.

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