District Snow Team Goes on Standby for Possible Light Snowfall Thursday Morning
Washington, DC – The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) Snow Team is on standby for possible light snowfall Thursday morning in the District.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the District of Columbia, effective from midnight tonight until 10:00 AM Thursday, December 4th. The forecast calls for snow showers between 1:00 AM and 10:00 AM Thursday, with total snowfall accumulations of less than one inch.
In preparation for the potential snowfall, DDOT has placed its Snow Team on standby. The Snow Team is responsible for clearing snow and ice from District streets and sidewalks. DDOT has over 230 snow plows and 300 salt spreaders at its disposal, and over 600 staff members are ready to respond to the snowfall.
DDOT is urging residents to be prepared for the potential snowfall and to take the following precautions:
- Allow extra time for travel.
- Drive slowly and cautiously.
- Be aware of black ice, especially on bridges and overpasses.
- If possible, avoid traveling during the snowfall.
- If you must travel, be sure to have an emergency kit in your vehicle, including a blanket, food, water, and a first-aid kit.
- Pedestrians should be aware of slippery conditions and should use caution when walking.
- If you see a DDOT snow plow, please give them plenty of room to work.
DDOT will continue to monitor the weather forecast and will provide updates as necessary. For the latest information on snow removal operations, please visit the DDOT website at www.ddot.dc.gov or follow DDOT on Twitter @DCDOT.
District Snow Team Goes on Standby for Possible Light Snowfall Thursday Morning
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