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Emergency Shelter

Emergency or low-barrier shelters are designed to keep people safe from extreme weather conditions. The Emergency Shelter program provides beds on a first come, first served basis, to any homeless person. It is sometimes also referred to as emergency shelter.

Neighbor-2-Neighbor Snow Prep Tips

Our neighbors share valuable tips to handle winter weather.

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Trash and Recycling Collections

Visit dpw.dc.gov to see any changes to trash and recycling collection schedules.

Snow Closures

Find information about delays and closures.

Snow Emergency

The snow emergency will remain in effect until an announcement is made that it has been lifted....

Warming Centers and Emergency Shelters

Find your nearest warming center.

Winter Weather Warnings for Seniors

Heed these tips to be safe during severe winter weather.

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Parking and Driving

Get information on parking and driving during a snow event.

Tips for Shoveling Snow Safely

Get tips for shoveling snow safely.

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DC Declares Snow Emergency To Go Into Effect Monday, March 3, 2014, At 7am

Date Released:

Sun, 03/02/2014

(Washington, DC) With a heavy snowfall predicted, the District announced today that a snow emergency will go into effect at 7 am, Monday, March 3. By declaring a snow emergency, the District Snow Team (Department of Public Works and Department of Transportation) will be able to clear snow emergency routes curb to curb. To learn where a vehicle has been towed, call the Towed Vehicle Locator office at 202.541.6083 or go to http://dpw.dc.gov/service/locate-towed-vehicle.