Waltham Snow: What To Know About Tuesday March 13

WALTHAM, MA — The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for much of the state, including Waltham. Tonight several inches of snow are expected to cover the city and then by the end of the day Waltham could see more than a foot. That's right, folks.

So here we go with round three of Nor'Easter related snow-related news. Will there be school? Will there be a parking ban? and what about recycling? Here's what to know:

Will there be school?

School is closed!

From the Waltham Superintendent:

We've had three cancellations and no early dismissals or two-hour delays. In terms of making decisions there are a number of factors I consider: 1) timing; 2)intensity of storm; 3) anticipated response time for safe passage through city; and 4) access to school lots. During a storm, I will hold multiple calls with city officials, WPD and our facilities department. The City subscribes to two detailed weather forecast services that provide us with good data which we will discuss on the calls, among other issues. I always try to make the call the night before when I can. However, often times the timing and intensity of the storm are unclear or conflicting making it impossible to make a call that far out.

Has the city declared a snow emergency or parking ban?

Yep. A Snow Emergency Parking Ban begins Mon, March 12 at 11 p.m..

Generally, the Public Works Director Michael Chiasson will call a "snow emergency" when excessive amounts of snow are predicted. All vehicles are required to be removed from all roadways to allow for a better clearing job. All vehicles left on the road are subject to tow.

What about trash and recycling?

Trash pick up and recycling will be delayed a day, the city announced. There will be no trash/recycling pick up on Tuesday, March 12.

Questions regarding snow plow requests should be referred to (781) 314-3855 and check out the town website for more info on all things snow storm related.

And the MBTA?

The MBTA Commuter Rail will operate on an “Extremely Reduced Schedule” on all lines. Red, Orange, Blue, and Green Lines will operate with reduced frequency, similar to a Saturday.

Also: Get your cameras ready we want to see your best snow-related Waltham photos. Send them to jenna.fisher@patch.com and we'll post them in our gallery!

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