Emergency snow routes will go into effect Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 in the City of Lexington, as Winter Storm Fern takes aim on the area.

In a statement issued Thursday by Lexington Mayor Tom Hughes, residents whose vehicles are still parked along the city’s marked emergency snow routes after 6 p.m. Friday will be issued citations. The restrictions will remain in place until the storm has passed and streets have been fully cleared.

The city also reminds residents to dress appropriate when outside and avoid as much outside work as possible. They also remind anyone who had to travel to have a full tank of gas, warm clothing, a blanket, shovel, and water.

City of Lexington Emergency Snow Routes

• Highland Avenue
• Main Street (Route 224)
• Franklin Avenue (From 9th to 24th Streets)
• South Street (From 12th to 24th Streets)
• Aull Lane
• Business Route 13
• 16th Street
• 17th Street
• 20th Street
• 24th Street (From Main Street to U.S. Route 24)
• John Shea Drive
• Forest Avenue