Crime & Safety

Hopkins Declares Snow Emergency

Residents must remove their cars from city streets, parking spaces and right-of-ways. Any vehicles that aren't moved may be towed.

The ongoing snowfall has prompted Hopkins to declare a snow emergency starting Sunday.

Tagging and towing operations will start at 9:30 p.m., Public Works Director Steve Stadler said. Residents must remove their cars from city streets, parking spaces and right-of-ways. Any vehicles that aren’t moved may be towed.

Plow trucks will be out just after 2 a.m. Monday. Main routes are also being plowed Sunday afternoon.

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Snow emergency restrictions remain in place until streets are plowed curb to curb and parking spaces are completely plowed. Those without their own off-street parking can click here to see a map of approved snow emergency parking locations.

Anyone whose vehicle is towed can call 952-949-2385 to find out how to reclaim the vehicle or click here for further details. Owners must show proof of ownership, proof of insurance and a valid driver's license.

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Hopkins declares snow emergencies when snow is more than two inches deep, as measured in the community.

Click here for a look at Hopkins’ snow rules in greater detail.

Worried about traffic conditions? Click here for the latest road updates.

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