March 15, 2018 UPDATE: All Shelters Now Closed
EMERGENCY SHELTERS OPEN!
* Barnstable Intermediate School, 895 Falmouth Road, Hyannis will remain open until 10 AM Thursday March 15. This is a pet -friendly shelter.
* Sandwich High School, 365 Quaker Meetinghouse Road, Sandwich
* Cape Cod Regional Technical School, 351 Pleasant Lake Avenue, Harwich
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March 13 and 14, 2018
…BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY…
* WHAT…Blizzard conditions expected. Winds gusting as high as 65
mph will cause whiteout conditions in blowing snow. Significant
drifting of the snow is likely. Total snow accumulations of 10
to 18 inches with localized 20 inch amounts possible.
* WHERE…Coastal Essex County, Plymouth County, Cape Cod and
Marthas Vineyard.
* WHEN…From 11 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Travel will be very dangerous with 1 to 3
inch per hour snowfall rates at times and significantly impact
the morning commute. The Tuesday afternoon commute is also
expected to be impacted. Wet snow and strong winds will result
in some power outages and tree damage.
History HERE
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UPDATE MARCH 8, 2018
FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS DIVISION OF MARINE FISHERIES and BARNSTABLE MARINE & ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS:
Effective sunrise March 9, 2018, according to Marine Fisheries, shellfish areas in the Town of Barnstable will now revert back to their former status prior to the closure on March 1, 2018.
Marine & Environmental Affairs would like to remind all recreational shellfishers that as of March 8, 2018 the recreational harvest of OYSTERS is CLOSED for the season. See Notice HERE
CLOSED at 4pm Sunday.
The Town of Barsnatble’s Emergency Shelter will be opening at 5pm today Saturday March 3, 2018. The Shelter is located at the Barnstable Intermediate School, 895 Falmouth Road (Route 28), Hyannis. It is a pet friendly shelter.
As the storm continues to pull away from the region, the Barnstable Police have dedicated all resources to addressing the needs of the community. Several roadways have been affected by flooding, tree and limb debris, and severed or low hanging utility wires. The following road closures are in effect during clean-up efforts, and as flood waters subside.
· Rte 6A at the Sandwich Town Line
· Rte. 6A at High St.
· Rte 6A at Millway
· Millway and Commerce Rd.
· Freezer Rd.
· Rte. 6A at Keveney
· Bragg’s Lane
· Main St. Cotuit at Screecham Rd.
· 1029 Ostervile West Barnstable Rd.
· Osterville West Barnstable Rd. from Race Ln. to Rte. 149
· Old Shore Rd. Cotuit
· Flint St. between Rte. 149 and Calvin Hamblin Way
As reported by Eversource earlier today, extra tree and line crews have been dispatched to the most needed areas, and a significant impact on power restoration efforts is anticipated throughout the day.
The Barnstable Police urge all citizens to use caution when utilizing public ways, and to remain a safe distance from flooded areas and downed utility wires.
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FROM THE MASSCHUSETTS DIVISION OF MARINE FISHERIES (DMF): Due to the significant coastal flooding and rainfall associated with the coastal storm that impacted Massachusetts late last week, all Massachusetts shellfish growing areas will continue to remain closed until further notice. DMF is in the process of assessing the impacts of last week’s storm and will provide information as it becomes available.
The Town of Barnstable is CLOSED TO ALL HARVEST OF SHELLFISH until further notice per order of the DMF.
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…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM EST SUNDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Plan on difficult travel conditions. Total
average snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are expected.
Locally higher amounts up to 7 inches possible across the upper
Cape.
* WHERE…Barnstable County.
* WHEN…From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM EST Sunday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Be prepared for reduced visibilities at
times. Untreated surfaces will be slippery.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
Weather Forecast Here
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A public hearing on changes to various, permits and program fees that will take effect July 1, 2018 for FY 2019 within the Town of Barnstable will be held on February 13th, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the Town Hall Hearing Room, 2nd Floor, 367 Main Street, Hyannis, MA. See Proposed Fee Changes HERE
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Formerly Town Manager’s Newsletter
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VIEW HERE
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The Town of Barnstable Public Health Division will hold a flu clinic at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center Today January 18, 2018. This clinic is open to all Town residents.
Thursday January 18, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis
For More Information
Call (508) 862-4644
The Town of Barnstable Public Health Division will hold a flu clinic at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center on Thursday January 18, 2018. This clinic is open to all Town residents.
Thursday January 18, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Hyannis Youth & Community Center 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis
For More Information
Call (508) 862-4644
Permits are not required however you must call the fire department on the morning you wish to burn: Cotuit Fire Department (508)428-2210 will give you the ok to proceed, weather dependent. View Safety Tips HERE
Starting Tomorrow, Open Burning Season January 15 – May 1 between the hours of 10-4.
Permits are not required however you must call the fire department on the morning you wish to burn: Cotuit Fire Department (508)428-2210 will give you the ok to proceed, weather dependent.
MassDEP answers to your burning questions HERE
Formerly Town Manager’s Newsletter
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The Town of Barnstable Public Health Division will hold a flu clinic at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center on January 18th. This clinic is open to all Town residents. The fee is $3.00 Thursday January 18th 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Hyannis Youth & Community Center For More Information: Call the Town of Barnstable Public Health Division at (508) 862-4644 |
UPDATE – 1/8/2018 Shellfishing Reopens after 1/4/2018 Closure
See Notice HERE
For updates & additional information Contact Dan Horn Marine & Environmental Director
Email: dan.horn@town.barnstable.ma.us
P 508-790-6272
F 508-790-6275
8:30a-4:15p, M-F
Barnstable Precinct 7 
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