Town emergency response staff have met this morning and will provide updates as necessary during this storm event. We are monitoring the storm and a weather/storm update from MEMA will be provided late this morning. It is expected that strong winds and heavy snow will persist through this afternoon.

National Grid resources and personnel have been allocated to the region, and emergency management staff are collaborating with them to monitor any power outages in the Town. Although, restoration work cannot be done until weather conditions subside.

A state of emergency has been declared for the Commonwealth by the Governor, and a local state of emergency has been declared. The Town and our public safety officials urge you to please stay off the road if you’re able to, in order to keep yourself and others safe.

An Emergency Parking Ban remains in effect through Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, at 6:00 AM. All on-street parking is prohibited. This ban is in addition to the current overnight parking ban already in effect. Vehicles parked on town roadways may be subject to ticketing and/or towing.

A few brief reminders for the community are below:

Travel:

• Residents are strongly urged to avoid travel during peak storm conditions to allow emergency responders and Highway Department crews to operate safely and effectively, while the roads are treated and streets are plowed.

Power Outages:

• Bridgewater residents served by National Grid should: Report electrical outages in Massachusetts by calling 1-800-465-1212 (available 24 hours a day).
• Report downed or hazardous wires immediately by calling 1-800-867-5222.
• You can monitor and report outages online through National Grid’s outage reporting system and outage map. You can text REG to 64743 to get outage alerts.
• Always assume downed wires are energized and remain at a safe distance.
• For life-threatening emergencies, medical incidents, fires, or immediate public safety threats, always call 911.
• Power Outage Safety Tips https://www.mass.gov/info-details/power-outage-safety-tips

Additional Safety Tips:

• Space heaters – make sure if you are using a space heater that it is not covered or near any flammable material, and do not fall asleep with a space heater on.
• Winter Storm Safety Tips https://www.mass.gov/info-details/winter-storm-safety-tips
• Winter Weather Driving https://www.mass.gov/winter-weather-driving
• Winter Pet Safety Tips https://www.mass.gov/service-details/winter-pet-safety-tips

Please stay safe and refer to our previous posts for additional winter storm warning and safety reminders.