Storm Preparation Press Conference - 2.22.26

Fall River City · February 22, 2026

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Mayor opens briefing, storm forecast and preparedness

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Mayor Coogan opened the briefing, saying Fall River faces a historic snowstorm tonight into tomorrow with a forecast of "18 to 24 inches of heavy, wet snow," and urged residents to prepare now and hunker down during the storm.

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Mayor Coogan declared a city emergency as Fall River braces for a forecast 18–24 inches of heavy, wet snow, imposing a parking ban (01:00) and a driving ban for nonessential travel from midnight through noon Monday. City services announced school closures, towing enforcement, an emergency shelter at Cusk Middle School (52 Globe Mills Ave) and phone lines for residents and medical staff.

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