Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be careful on Sault Ste. Marie roads as blowing snow is expected to reduce visibility.
The City of Sault Ste. Marie has declared a ‘significant weather event’ in the area until further notice due to snowstorm that can cause hazardous travel conditions.
The city asks drivers and pedestrians to be careful on the roads as blowing snow is expected to reduce visibility in some areas.
Fur release by the City of Sault Ste. Marie follows below:
The City of Sault Ste. Marie has declared a significant weather event in the area with respect to potentially hazardous storm conditions continuing until further notice. Environment Canada has issued a weather advisory with heavy snowfall accumulations, strong winds and reduced visibility due to snow and blowing snow for Sault Ste. Marie and area. Snow combined with strong wind is expected Thursday morning through Thursday evening. Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions.
Public Works crews will work diligently during the event, but it may take longer than normal to ensure public safety and that the roadways, sidewalks, and transit bus stops meet normal maintenance standards. Public Works will continue to monitor the weather, patrol the roadways and deploy all available crews to address any snow and ice accumulation.
During this time, all roads and sidewalks maintained by the city are considered to be in a ‘state of repair’ until further notice. Drivers and pedestrians should use an appropriate level of caution when travelling during this event. The parking bylaw remains in effect with motorists not permitted to park on city streets during the winter months between midnight and 6 a.m; however, during a winter event, motorists are also asked to not park on city streets during the day. This will assist in the efficiency of maintaining the roads.
Updates will be posted to the city’s website and social media sites as required. Thank you for your cooperation.
source sootoday