Snow removal operations are ongoing. While progress may feel slow, please be assured that the DPW is working diligently to make every street in Brockton open and accessible following this unprecedented storm. The majority of roads have now been plowed, with crews continuing to address remaining secondary streets and cleanup operations. Streets that are not yet down to bare pavement are being treated with salt. Crews also continue working in the Downtown area to restore full access and improve visibility.
Last night, 40 pieces of equipment from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) were deployed to Brockton to support local efforts, providing significant additional capacity.
We are grateful for the strong coordination and assistance from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and MassDOT. Secretary of Transportation Phil Eng was on site to lend support, and the National Guard will arrive today (Thursday) to assist with clearing sidewalks and fire hydrants.
Please note:
• No school for the remainder of the week
• City Hall will reopen Thursday, Feb 26
Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we move into the next phase of cleanup.
DPW and the Mayor’s Office have been receiving a high volume of service calls. To help save time, we’ve provided answers to the most frequently asked questions below:
Q: The plow left a pile of snow at the end of my driveway. Can someone come back and clear it?
A: No. There are over 20,000 driveways in the City of Brockton and it is not feasible for DPW crews to clear the ends of driveways. Please understand this is unavoidable and not intentional.
Q: The fire hydrant near my house is buried in snow. Is the City going to dig it out?
A: We encourage residents to help clear hydrants near their property if they’re able. With more than 3,000 hydrants across the city, it isn’t possible for crews to clear every one. Brockton Fire, with help from the National Guard, is clearing hydrants in the First Fire District (the greater Downtown area).
Q: My street still isn’t down to pavement. Do you know when it will be fully cleared?
A: Some streets have hard-packed snow that can’t be fully removed with plows alone. As temperatures rise over the next few days, the snow will begin to soften and melt. We’ll continue salting, which will help break it up and make it easier to clear.
Q: When will my street be widened?
A: Crews began widening roads last night and are continuing throughout the day, with additional equipment from MassDOT. We’re making steady progress and expect roads to be widened and passable by the end of the day Thursday.
Q: When will the parking ban be lifted?
A: The parking ban remains in effect while we continue widening roads and towing vehicles. Cars left on the street slow down our progress and make it harder to clear the roads safely. We’ll lift the ban as soon as the work is complete.
Q: My street is really icy right now. Will it be salted?
A: Yes. We’ll continue plowing over the next few mornings to take advantage of the warmer temperatures, and crews will be salting at night to address icy conditions