Blizzard pounds Boston: schools closed Tuesday, flights scrapped, transit slowed
Boston, MA – February 23, 2026 – A major blizzard slams the city, closing schools, snarling Logan flights, and cutting MBTA service regionwide.
Top local headlines
1) Heavy snow, strong winds, and a regional travel clampdown
A powerful blizzard rolled through Greater Boston on Monday, bringing whiteout conditions at times, widespread plowing operations, and growing power-outage concerns across the region. State leaders also imposed a non-essential travel ban in parts of southeastern Massachusetts as conditions worsened, aiming to keep roads clear for emergency vehicles and snow removal.
2) Boston keeps the snow emergency going; schools closed Tuesday
Boston officials extended the city snow emergency and parking restrictions into Tuesday as crews worked to clear major corridors and neighborhood streets. Boston Public Schools were also called off for Tuesday, with city leaders urging residents to stay off the roads where possible and to dig out safely as cleanup continues.
3) Logan disruptions pile up with widespread cancellations
Air travel in and out of Boston took a major hit heading into the storm, with hundreds of cancellations and delays reported as airlines adjusted schedules. Travelers were urged to check flight status frequently and expect lingering disruption as aircraft and crews get repositioned after the worst conditions pass.
4) MBTA runs reduced service and storm schedules
Public transit shifted into storm mode Monday, with reduced service on subways and buses and some routes using snow detours. Ferry service was suspended, and commuter rail operated on a reduced schedule, a reminder that even after snowfall tapers off, getting around the region may stay slower than usual.
5) Courts close statewide Monday
With hazardous travel expected, Massachusetts courts announced statewide closures for Monday, with affected events slated to be rescheduled.
What to watch next
Boston’s next challenge is the dig-out: clearing side streets, reopening curb space, and keeping sidewalks passable. Expect plows, tow activity in restricted areas, and uneven travel conditions as the city transitions from storm response to recovery.
Sources
https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/boston-massachusetts-snow-blizzard-updates/3904427/
https://www.wcvb.com/article/massachusetts-emergency-blizzard-travel-ban-feb-23-2026/70467807
https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/stay-home-wu-cancels-school-tuesday-urges-boston-residents-clear-out-snow-safely/ATH2X2YXJVD3DKVMW6OOD3NFFM/
https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/boston/news/logan-airport-delays-boston-blizzard-warning/
https://mass.streetsblog.org/2026/02/23/transit-authorities-announce-cancelled-reduced-service-during-mondays-storm
https://www.mass.gov/alerts/all-trial-court-locations-are-closed-monday-february-23-2026
