Salem's 2016 Winter Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know

SALEM, MA — As we enter the winter months, the weather becomes an even bigger factor in our lives. Between snow, sleet, wintry mixes and freezing temperatures, it is more important than ever to make sure your family is safe in the event of an emergency. Here is some important information you should know about winter in Salem.

Parking

If a snow emergency is called, here's a list of emergency parking locations. You can sign up for snow emergencies by clicking here.

Snow Removal

According to the City of Salem website:

"Presently, there is an ordinance requiring property owners to remove snow from their bordering sidewalks within six hours after the snow ceases to fall in the daytime and before 12:00 noon if it ceases to fall in the nighttime. Violators are subject to a $25 fine for 1st offense, $75 for 2nd offense and $100 for 3rd and subsequent offenses."

You can get assistance with shoveling your sidewalks by clicking here.

Click here for more information on snow emergencies in Salem.

Important Numbers:

Salem Police Department: Business Line: 978-744-0171, Request for Police: 978-744-1212

Salem Fire Department: (978) 744-1235

Salem Public Works: (978) 744-3302

National Grid Outage Line: 1-800-465-1212. You can also report an outage here.

In an emergency dial 911.

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• Sign up for Salem Patch news alerts for the latest weather and power outage information.

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