Before venturing out in the snow, be prepared!
Travel information
- Providence’s parking ban ended at 2 PM on Wednesday, February 5th.
- RIPTA is detouring several routes. For bus and trolley service alerts and other updates, visit ripta.com.
- For commuter rail updates, visit mbta.com.
- Peter Pan intercity bus service is cancelled on Wednesday, February 5th.
School & business information
- The RI Broadcasters listings show local school and business closures.
- Providence Public Schools are closed on Wednesday, February 5th.
- RISD will be closed on Wednesday, February 5th.
- Providence Place will delay its opening until noon on Wednesday, February 5th.
- If you’re planning to visit any downtown shops or restaurants, call ahead! Stay safe, and check the city’s website for more updates.
Snow removal
To make sure that all sidewalks are passable, DID Clean Team members will shovel pedestrian crossings at medians and handicap accessible cut-outs on sidewalks. We expect property owners to do their part by shoveling the sidewalks in front of their buildings too!