PROVIDENCE, RI – Due to winter storm conditions Providence Public Schools and afterschool activities are canceled for February 10th, 2017. The citywide parking ban will be lifted at 6:00AM.
Garbage and recycling pickup in Providence will go on as scheduled with a one day delay, Thursday pick up will be on Friday and Friday’s on Saturday.
Residents with overnight parking passes are advised that they cannot park on the street during the duration of the citywide parking ban. All vehicles parked on the street in violation of the citywide parking ban will be ticketed and towed to ensure that roadways can be plowed properly.
To report a non-emergency issue, download the PVD311 application on the Apple Store or Google Play or call 3-1-1 during business hours which will open early at 7:30AM.
To receive up-to-the-minute alerts and updates, residents are encouraged to register for the CodeRED emergency notification system by visiting: https://www.providenceri.com/PEMA/codered
Residents experiencing power outages should contact National Grid at 800-322-3223. Individuals are warned never to touch downed power lines and report downed lines to National Grid. In the event of an emergency, dial 911.