Snow Storm Alert: Sunday, February 22, 2026
This will be one of the largest storms we have seen in quite a while, and has the potential to be very dangerous.
Timeline and Conditions
- Snow starting around 10PM tonight 2/22/26 with heaviest snow between 3 AM and 12PM on Monday 2/23/26. Snow fall rates of 2-3 inches per hour are expected. Snow will have more moisture content than the previous large storm we had.
- Wetter snow will increase the weight of the snow, making it harder to move and resulting in greater potential for electric power interruptions.
- Winds are expecting to be sustained at 30-40 MPH with gusts 50-55 MPH.
Power Outages Expected
- Eversource will have extra crews brought in. Eversource declared emergency plan estimates that power can be out 3-5 days in some cases. Restorations will not begin until it is safe to do so, per Eversource safety standards.
- Keep away from any downed power line. Call 911 to report downed wires.
- Please be extra vigilant if you use candles. Provide clearance around the candles.
- Be extra careful with gas-powered devices such as idling cars, generators and snow blowers. These can create greater risks for carbon monoxide. Please make sure all carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are operational.
- Charge all cell phones and devices now. Limit activity on them to save power in case you need to use your phone for an emergency.
- Do not sit in idling car to charge phone as exhaust may creep in with high levels of carbon monoxide.
Snow Removal and Emergency Preparedness
- Heavier snows clog augers and chutes of snow blowers. Never use your hands to clear out a snow blower. Always use some form of pole or scraper.
- The heavier snow will be a challenge to shovel. Pace yourself. Do not over-exert. Stay hydrated.
- PARKING BAN IS IN EFFECT. Parking is prohibited on streets and in all municipal parking lots. Do not relocate vehicles to public parking lots and EV charging stations.
- Please make sure the closest fire hydrant to your home is shoveled out.
Sudbury Public Schools and Non-essential Town offices will be closed on Monday, February 23.
Please stay informed with local news and social media feeds.
- Fire: https://www.facebook.com/sudburyfire
- Police: https://www.facebook.com/SudburyMAPolice
- Town of Sudbury: https://www.facebook.com/TownofSudbury
This will be a long, drawn-out event. Thank you in advance for your preparation and patience.
