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Winter Storm Headed Towards Newport: What To Know
The forecast calls for up to two feet of snow, and Gov. Dan McKee urged Rhode Islanders to stay home and off the roads.
NEWPORT, RI — A winter storm is headed towards southern New England, and is expected to bring up to two feet of snow to Rhode Island.
The storm is expected to arrive overnight, with up to four inches of accumulation by Saturday morning. Heavy snow will continue throughout the day Saturday and continue until about 10 p.m., leaving 18 to 24 inches of accumulation statewide.
Related: RI's State-Run COVID-19 Testing, Vaccine Sites To Close For Storm
Newport declared a parking ban from 11 p.m. Friday until 9 a.m. Sunday. The Waste Management Transfer Station will be closed Saturday, and all Newport Recreation programming has been canceled.
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A full list of streets restricted for parking during bans is available on the city's website. During the parking ban, residents can park in the following lots for free:
- Gateway Visitor's Center
- Mary Street
- Easton's Beach
The city also encouraged residents with extra room to allow their neighbors to park in their driveways during the parking ban.
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