Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker partially lifted the state's
travel ban at midday Tuesday, allowing people back on the roads in
four western Massachusetts counties.
The ban, however, remained in effect for the entire
state-spanning Massachusetts Turnpike.
Mr. Baker, who wouldn't say when he might lift the rest of the
ban, noted that west of Worcester--the second-largest city in
Massachusetts, and the center of the state--snowfall has been
relatively light.
But Worcester itself has been hammered, with over two feet of
snow and counting, and areas to the east are also racking up
significant, wind-blown snow totals.
The storm is "still putting down as much snow as any point it
started," Mr. Baker said.
He said the Boston transit system, including commuter trains,
buses, subways and trolleys, will remain down for the day.
The governor, a Republican who took office earlier this month,
drew some questions on Monday for appearing at the state's
emergency center in a suit and tie, rather than the casual attire
governors sometimes don when manning an emergency. On Tuesday, Mr.
Baker got a question for appearing in a zippered sweater and
collared shirt.
"It's a snow day, I'm dressed for a snow day," he said.
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