Peabody Declares Snow Emergency Parking Ban

Up to 4 inches of snow expected on Tuesday afternoon

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The city of Peabody, Massachusetts has declared a snow emergency parking ban starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday as a fast-moving storm is expected to bring up to 4 inches of additional snow. This comes after the town has already seen over 3 feet of snow in recent weeks, leaving streets narrowed with little space to put more snow.

Why it matters

Peabody has been hit hard by heavy snowfall in the past few weeks, straining the city's snow removal resources and creating hazardous conditions on the roads. This latest storm could exacerbate the situation, prompting the need for a parking ban to facilitate plowing and clearing of streets.

The details

The snow emergency parking ban will go into effect at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, with no expiration time announced as of early Tuesday afternoon. All vehicles must be removed from city streets or they will be subject to ticketing and towing.

  • The parking ban will begin at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
  • Up to 4 inches of snow is expected from the fast-moving storm on Tuesday.

The players

Peabody

The city of Peabody, Massachusetts, which has declared the snow emergency parking ban.

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What’s next

The city has not announced an end time for the parking ban, indicating it will remain in effect until the storm has passed and streets have been cleared.

The takeaway

Peabody's repeated need for snow emergency parking bans highlights the strain that heavy snowfall can place on a city's infrastructure and resources, underscoring the importance of preparedness and efficient snow removal efforts to maintain public safety and accessibility during winter storms.