[Summit] Fw: Parking Ban + Snow Emergency (from the City, W. Broadway, S. Prov./Elmwood & the suburbs) [Winter Storm Bulletin (8th series), Vol. 2, no. 3]

Fri Jan 28 19:05:35 UTC 2022

 Good afternoon (as snowflakes start to waft over Federal Hill),
I’ve pasted below snow warnings, information and advice from several different sources (the City of Providence, the West Broadway Neighborhood Ass’n, the South Providence/Elmwood Crime Watch, and the R.I. Broadcasters’ Ass’n).
I apologise for some inevitable duplication, but timeliness seems more important than editorial neatness. (Some of the notices about the same topic seem to differ slightly.)
Good luck to you and yours this weekend,
Dave

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We would like to share with you some upcoming announcements and things to be on the lookout for here in the City of Providence. As always, please let me know if there is anything that I can do to further assist you.
Cold Weather Safety Information

As dangerously cold temperatures and high winds come in the next few days, the Mayor and the PEMA Director will be blasting out warnings to residents with specific instructions to take major precautions as well as check-in in on family, the elderly, or others who may need assistance to make sure they are safe.

We'll also be sharing all information on our cold weather safety information site which includes safety tips and a list of available warming centers in Providence. If you know of someone who is in need of overnight shelter from the cold, you can also call the United Way at 2-1-1 and they will direct you to a nearby facility. 

Those seeking EMERGENCY shelter should head to Crossroads RI (160 Broad Street; 401-521-2255).

As a reminder - to report a non-emergency issue, connect to the Mayor’s Center for City Services by dialing 3-1-1, visiting www.PVD311.com or by downloading the PVD311 app for 24/7 access. To receive up-to-the-minute alerts and updates, residents are encouraged to 1 notification system. for Friday evening through Saturday.

Parking Ban to Take Effect Saturday, January 29 at 2AM

Due to expected snow Friday evening and Saturday, there will be a citywide parking ban beginning at 2:00AM on Saturday, January 29, which will remain in effect until further notice. Residents with overnight parking passes are advised that they cannot park on the street during the duration of the citywide parking ban. All vehicles parked on the street in violation of the citywide parking ban will be ticketed and towed to ensure that roadways can be plowed.

The Roger Williams Park Botanical Center and Museum of Natural History and Planetarium will also be closed on Saturday, January 29, as well as the North Burial Ground. The Providence Rink at BankNewport City Center will be closed during the day on Saturday. Visitors should check the Rink's website for reopening announcements.

*All Recreation Centers will be closed, and all outdoor recreation center activities will be cancelled on Saturday, January 29.

*All Providence Public School Department activities on Saturday, January 29 and Sunday, January 30 are cancelled.

The Department of Public Works has prepared all equipment and personnel to respond to the storm. Roadways will be pretreated ahead of the expected snowfall. Residents are encouraged to prepare for winter weather by following the guidance on the City of Providence’s Snow Ready website

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Providence is Snow Ready! - City of Providence

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 Suburban Parking Bans (as of 1:30 p.m. Friday)
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Cranston Police: Parking Ban Today//11:00 PM Until Further Notice |
| East Providence Police: Parking Ban starting Friday at 8PM//Until Further Notice |
| Johnston Police: Parking Ban This Evening// 9:00 pm until further notice |
| Lincoln Police: Parking Ban Through Sunday//6PM Friday-6PM Sunday |
| Pawtucket Police: Parking Ban Through Saturday//Fri, 8pm Until Further Notice |
| West Warwick Police: Parking Ban Today//9pm until further notice |

   ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: WBNA Alerts <wbna at wbna.org>To:Sent: Friday, January 28, 2022, 11:01:57 AM ESTSubject: Parking Ban + Snow Emergency
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SNOW EMERGENCY ALERT
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Parking Ban Begins at 2AM Saturday

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Providence Citywide Parking Ban to Begin at 2AM Tomorrow, January 29, Until Further Notice

Due to expected winter storm conditions, a citywide parking ban will go into effect at 2AM, tomorrow, January 29, until further notice. Residents with overnight parking passes are advised that they cannot park on the street during the duration of the citywide parking ban. All vehicles parked on the street in violation of the citywide parking ban will be ticketed and towed to ensure that roadways can be plowed curb to curb. More information available on the city website.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Residents with overnight parking passes may park on the even numbered side of Messer, Sycamore, Parade, Hollywood, Dexter, Harrison, and Hammond streets as part of the city's snow emergency street parking pilot program. People who choose to park on these streets will need to move their cars off the even side within 8 hours of the snow ban being lifted so that the streets can be plowed. See below for a map of the streets included in the program, and visit the WBNA website for more info. Email seth.zeren at gmail.com with any questions about this program.

During extreme cold, the Providence warming centers are open to the public for those who need to seek temporary shelter. View a list of facilities serving as warming centers here. You can also visit Providence's Snow Ready website for other information on preparing for the storm.
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Winter Storm Warning Issued for Providence with High Winds Followed by Very Cold TemperaturesHeavy snow beginning tonight through midnight Saturday An alert from CodeRED Weather Warning The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning from 12:00 AM Friday, January 29, until 12:00 AM Saturday, January 30.MAZ005-006-013-014-RIZ001>008-282145- /O.UPG.KBOX.WS.A.0005.220129T0500Z-220130T0500Z/ /O.NEW.KBOX.WS.W.0004.220129T0500Z-220130T0500Z/  * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 15 to 19 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. 
 * WHERE...Portions of eastern and northeastern Massachusetts and northern and southern Rhode Island.  * WHEN...From midnight tonight to midnight EST Saturday night.  * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.  * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...snowfall rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour is possible at times. *  PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
This from the Mayor's Office...As dangerously cold temperatures and high winds come in the next few days, the Mayor and the PEMA Director will be blasting out warnings to residents with specific instructions to take major precautions.Also, checking in with family, the elderly, neighbors or others who may need assistance to make sure they are safe and warm.
For cold weather safety information, go to: https://www.providenceri.gov/pema/providence-warming-centers/ This site includes safety tips and a list of available warming centers in Providence.If you know of someone who is in need of overnight shelter from the cold, you can also call the United Way at 2-1-1 and they will direct you to a nearby facility.Those seeking EMERGENCY shelter should head to Crossroads RI located at 160 Broad Street; 401-521-2255.As a reminder - to report a non-emergency issue, connect to the Mayor’s Center for City Services by dialing 3-1-1  Or visit www.PVD311.com<PVD 311 - City of Providence> or by downloading the PVD311 app for 24/7 access.

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To receive up-to-the-minute alerts and updates, go to: CodeRED at Sign Up for CodeRED - City of Providence

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Provide shelter for outdoor pets. 
Warming Centers in Providence....Here's the list: https://www.providenceri.gov/pema/providence-warming-centers/?et_rid=887674280&s_campaign=rhodemap:newsletter

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Providence Warming Centers - City of Providence

Cold Weather Quick Tips: Providence warming center location(s): When extreme cold is forecasted, warming centers...
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Giving a Hand to Those Who Are Unhomed in Winter...
Call 311 when you see someone in danger. The colder it gets, the more dangerous it is for people to live unsheltered.If you see a person outside on a cold night, contact 311 to access local services and potentially save a life.Many cities have their own cold-weather homeless-serving hotlines and 211 is another common line for essential community services.

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If you meet an unsheltered person who is also a veteran, they can find help through 1-877-4AID-VET. 

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Homeless teens can call the National Runaway Safeline at 1-800-RUNAWAY.For more information, go to: https://www.therighttoshower.com/make-difference/how-to-help-the-homeless-in-winterHelp is also available by calling The Rhode Island Housing Help Center at 401-457-1130. They can provide education and advice on your options.  
Snow, Plowing, Parking, Sidewalks and Signs... It’s important to keep main roads clear for plows and emergency vehicles. During a declared snow emergency, you may be ticketed and towed if you park on a posted snow emergency street.Parking bans will be announced on radio, TV, social media, the City’s Web page, and via email to overnight parking permit holders.If sidewalks on a commercial roadway are not cleared of snow, let the City know by calling 311.Report them by calling 311, visiting pvd311.com

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, or downloading the pvd311 mobile app for 24/7 access.

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