Gov. Maura Healey declared a state of emergency and deployed 200 members of the Massachusetts National Guard ahead of a potential blizzard that is set to slam the state.

Gov. Maura Healey has issued a travel ban in southeast Massachusetts as the region contends with an historic blizzard that has piled over two feet of show in parts of the state and continues to endanger travel on the roads.

Massachusetts lifted its travel ban after a blizzard, but officials still urge drivers to stay home as crews clear snow.

In a blizzard comparable or worse than the Blizzard of '78, Massachusetts governor warns residents to continue to stay home on Monday, Feb. 23.

Massachusetts lifted its statewide travel ban on February 24, 2026, following a blizzard that left over three feet of snow in some areas. Governor Maura Healey announced the ban's end, but urged caution as local travel restrictions in cities like New Bedford and Brockton remain.

A travel ban has been issued for Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties. Gov. Maura Healey leads a storm preparedness briefing at Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency headquarters in Framingham, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. (WBTS) A $500 fine will be issued for drivers that violate the travel ban.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has instituted a travel ban in parts of the state, including Plymouth, Bristol, and Barnstable counties and snow continues to pummel the area.