Milford Fire Department Blizzard Update

The National Weather Service has pushed the Blizzard Warning closer to us, to just this side of Nashua and northerly towards Bedford/Manchester. 20-30 MPH sustained winds with up to 55 MPH gusts. 

We had a quick department head meeting this morning and we are all well prepared and while this is potentially a very serious event, there is frankly not much for us to do until the storm hits. 

From the NWS (7:10AM today) 
• Potentially historic winter storm/blizzard will impact southern New England today into Saturday. 
• Blizzard warnings are in effect for all of CT, RI, E/SE MA, and SE NH. Winter storm warnings for all other locations in Southern New England. 
• Snowfall totals for the storm may be in the all-time Top 10 for various cities, up to around 2 to 3 feet possible. Blowing and drifting is anticipated resulting in higher drifts. 
• Travel conditions will deteriorate quickly through today becoming nearly impossible by this evenings commute into Saturday. 

We have heard of many local businesses in town are closing early this afternoon and we appreciate that preparation. We would very much like to see everyone home and off the roads during the peak of this storm. 

Please stay safe and warm. If there is anything that you need from us, please call 249-0680 (673-1414 after business hours) and of course 911 for any emergencies. We will post updates as necessary. 

Expect the snow removal parking ban to stay in effect at least until Monday.

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