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Possible Snow in the Forecast; City Ready to Respond Seattle - Possible wet snow at the top of hills is forecast for tomorrow in Seattle. SDOT’s fleet of multi-purpose vehicles were fitted with sanders this afternoon so they are ready if needed overnight or for the morning commute. Crews will be monitoring road conditions, especially elevated structures, throughout the night, and applying sand or de-icers as needed. “Our crews have been preparing since last summer,” said SDOT Street Maintenance Manager Roxanne Thomas. “We’re working closely with the Seattle Police Department to ensure that we’re able to monitor conditions, particularly on elevated structures, which can be challenging in rapid freeze-thaw cycles. We’re coordinated and we’re ready.” SDOT uses anti-icers or de-icers, as conditions require, to retard or melt ice, primarily on the West Seattle High-level Bridge, the Alaskan Way and Spokane Street viaducts, and other elevated roadways. Service priority is given to primary snow routes - those that are essential for maintenance of transit service, school bus service, access to the regional transportation system, and along high-volume arterials and to major areas of the city and emergency facilities. Secondary snow routes will be serviced only as long as this does not interfere with SDOT’s ability to keep primary routes adequately sanded and/or plowed. Truck-mounted snowplows are put into service whenever an inch of snow has fallen. Plows push the snow to the center of the street. Commuters are advised to use alternatives to driving alone, such as transit or carpools, where possible. Fewer cars on icy roadways where congestion is likely to build will help to ease the potential for traffic problems and make the trip home easier. If driving is a necessity, drive for the conditions and allow adequate time to stop for the cars ahead. The Seattle Department of Transportation builds, maintains and operates Seattle's $8 billion transportation infrastructure. To further Mayor Nickels’ goal to get Seattle moving, the department manages short- and long-term investments in streets, bridges, pavement and trees, that better connect the city with the region. |
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