Amidst Spring Snowstorm, Several Cities Declare Snow Emergencies & Numerous Schools Close

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Several cities are declaring snow events across the metro.

Brooklyn Center, Elk River, Eden Prairie and Plymouth made the announcement Wednesday afternoon.

As a result, parking restrictions will take effect beginning Thursday at 2 a.m.

Related: School Closings/Delays

Street parking will not be permitted until the roads are plowed curb to curb. City officials say even after streets are cleared, parking will still be restricted from 2:00 a.m to 6:00 a.m.

Related: Snow Emergency Information
Vehicles parked in the restricted areas may be towed or ticketed.

Multiple schools have already canceled or delayed classes for Thursday, too.

Minneapolis Public School officials say they will make a weather decision early Thursday morning about school for Thursday.