Declared Winter Parking Ban Takes Effect In Worcester

WORCESTER, MA — Due to a snowstorm, a Declared Winter Parking Ban went into effect at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 23, in Worcester.

In some parts of Worcester County, there's a chance of two inches or more of snow on Tuesday, with the National Weather Service calling for snow showers to begin late in the morning and continue into the evening.

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During the parking ban, parking is prohibited on both sides of main arteries, emergency routes, and streets in the downtown area that are critical to traffic flow. Residents can find those streets online here.

Towing and ticketing may be enforced during the parking ban to keep the streets clear, according to the city.

It has not yet been announced when the parking ban will be lifted.

Residents can park for free in the following municipal garages:

• Pearl & Elm Garage – 20 Pearl St.
• Worcester Common Garage – 3 Eaton Place
• Union Station Garage – 225 Franklin St.
• Major Taylor Garage – 30 Major Taylor Blvd.

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