Due to the scheduled downtown Parking Ban and anticipated weather conditions, the library will be closed on Sunday February 22nd and Monday February 23rd.
The Town of Tisbury has issued a parking ban from noon Sunday February 22nd through 11pm Monday February 23rd for the following roads:
Union Street
Spring Street
Center Street
Church Street
William Street
Clough Lane
Frankline Street
Main Street
Skiff Avenue
Renear Street
All Town Parking Lots
Spring Street
Center Street
Church Street
William Street
Clough Lane
Frankline Street
Main Street
Skiff Avenue
Renear Street
All Town Parking Lots
IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Blizzard Conditions Expected – MV Closures & Shelter Info
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Dukes County Emergency Management Association (DCEMA)
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Media Contact:
Jennelle Gadowski
Public Information Officer
Dukes County Emergency Management Association
774-563-6110
emd@westtisbury-ma.gov
@DukesCountyEM | @WestTisburyEMD
Winter Storm Hernando Expected to Bring Blizzard Conditions, Heavy Wet Snow & Strong Winds
Dukes County Emergency Management Association (DCEMA), in coordination with the National Weather Service Boston/Norton, is advising all Dukes County residents and visitors to prepare for Winter Storm Hernando, a high-impact Nor’easter is expected to bring heavy snowfall and blizzard conditions to Martha’s Vineyard Sunday evening through Monday evening. Total accumulations of 12-24 inches are possible. Residents are urged to monitor official forecasts at weather.gov/boston and follow @NWSBoston for updates.
Expected Impacts
Dangerous travel conditions dangerous and near-zero visibility
Heavy wet snow combined with strong winds
Downed trees and widespread power outages possible
Coastal flooding and beach erosion during early Monday high tide
Hazardous marine conditions with storm-force winds and 15-25 ft seas
Shelter Guidance
Residents and visitors are strongly advised to shelter in place at home during the storm and avoid unnecessary travel. Staying off the roads allows Highway Departments, first responders, and utility crews to safely conduct snow removal and emergency operations. For those experiencing power outages or unsafe heating conditions, the following shelters will be available:
Daytime Warming Center – West Tisbury
West Tisbury Free Public Library
1042 State Road, West Tisbury
Monday, February 23 8AM-6PM
Wi-Fi and device charging available
Overnight Shelter – Harbor Homes of MV
111 New York Avenue, Oak Bluffs
Opens 6PM Sunday through 8AM Tuesday
For entry after 7PM, call 774-563-3687
Meals provided. Regular shelter rules in effect
Emergency Animal & Livestock Shelter – West Tisbury
Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society
35 Panhandle Road, West Tisbury
Contact: Christopher Lyons at 508-889-7891 or facilities@mvagsoc.org
Rules and Regulations: marthasvineyardagriculturalsociety.org/emergency-shelter
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