City initiates salting operation on main routes
Released: 3:00 p.m.
NEWS @ A GLANCE:
The public is advised that in response to current weather conditions, the Public Works Department has initiated full salting operations on main routes. The fall sweeping program, which commenced on October 27, 2008, has been suspended due to the weather. (for more details, please read the full media release below) |
WINNIPEG - November 6, 2008 – The public is advised that in response to current weather conditions, the Public Works Department has initiated full salting operations on main routes. Crews are working to ensure icy conditions on roadways and bridges are treated with salt prior to the afternoon rush. Road conditions will be monitored throughout this weather event.
“Keeping the streets in a clear, safe, drivable condition is a priority,” said Bruce McPhail, Manager of Streets Maintenance for Public Works. “Salting operations on Regional Streets will continue around the clock to address icy conditions that have resulted from this weather system.”
Motorists are reminded to “drive to road conditions” and are asked to use extreme caution when approaching or driving near any salting/sanding equipment.
Although no parking bans are currently in effect, individuals are invited to sign-up online for the City’s e-mail notification process regarding parking bans that will be put in place this winter at http://winnipeg.ca/publicworks/ParkingBans/
The fall sweeping program, which commenced on October 27, 2008, has been suspended due to the weather.
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