As the cleanup from last night’s storm continues, the City of Peterborough has declared a ‘Significant Weather Event’.
They say that during a significant weather event, residents are advised to use caution and are reminded that typical winter maintenance service levels for roads may not be met and adds that the current extreme weather conditions could pose a danger to users of City roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes, and due to the accumulation of snow, snow clearing operations will take longer to complete.
“Declaring a Significant Weather Event is a way to advise residents, pedestrians, cyclists and motorists that conditions on roads, sidewalks and bike lanes can be expected to be delayed compared to typical levels of service,” said John Czerniawski, Public Works Operations Manager.
The City says it’s deploying its full complement of resources to address road conditions as a result of the storm.
They’re asking everyone to be cautious on roads, sidewalks and bike lanes as surface conditions can vary drastically during a Significant Weather Event.
Motorists are advised to stay home and only use the roads for necessary travel.
- Adjust driving based on the conditions
- Visibility may be reduced
- Go slow
- Watch for tail lights ahead
- Be prepared to stop
Crews are continuing their snow clearing operations are currently focused on main roads – arterials and collectors – as well as sidewalks. Crews are expected to move into residential streets as conditions and weather allow.
Sidewalk plows with blower attachments are deployed today. This is the most effective means of clearing sidewalks with significant accumulations of snow, however since units move slower, it may be several days to clear all sidewalks.
Sport and Wellness Centre
Swimming lessons at the Sport & Wellness Centre are cancelled for Saturday, March 4. Lessons have been re-scheduled to Saturday, March 25. Additional service updates will be posted @PtboRecreation of Facebook and Twitter. Customers can call 705-742-0050 for current information about programming at the centre.
Transit
Peterborough Transit has temporarily suspended runs until road conditions improve. Service will resume as soon as conditions safely permit. Updates on transit service will be posted to Twitter at @Ptbo_Transit. Customers can call 705-745-0525 for current service information.
