❄️ Winter Storm Update ❄️

Winter Storm Update

It’s been a busy weekend for New Albany’s Public Works and Public Safety teams. Public Works crews continue plowing snow and working to restore safe travel throughout the city, while Public Safety teams have been assisting across the community by responding to stuck vehicles, slide-offs, and other weather-related incidents.

"Thank you to our teams for their hard work and thank you to everyone for their patience and cooperation as we continue our efforts,” stated Mayor Jeff Gahan.

Despite the storm, many families have been out enjoying some winter fun at the New Albany Shoreline, sledding and making the most of the snow.

Road conditions are improving, but impacts from this winter storm will remain for some time, and some roads may still be difficult to travel. Please continue to use caution when driving.

Trash services will attempt to operate tomorrow on a one-day delay schedule.

❄️ Winter Weather Update ❄️

Winter Weather Update

Public Works crews continue plowing snow and working around the clock to restore safe travel throughout the city. Crews will continue to plow snow until snowfall ends, and then will begin reapplying salt to roadways.

City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, for non-essential personnel.

EcoTech trash services will not operate on Monday.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as our teams continue to work.

SNOW BEGINS TO FALL

SNOW BEGINS TO FALL 

Snow has begun to fall throughout New Albany, and city Public Works teams and Public Safety teams are continuing their efforts.

“Snowplows will continuously run until the snowfall stops,” stated Mayor Jeff Gahan. “After the snowfall stops, crews will begin applying salt to roadways again. Please give our public safety teams and the equipment the room to do their work. Thanks to everyone in advance for your cooperation.”

Winter Storm Prep - How YOU Can Prepare for this Significant Winter Storm

🧊❄️ HOW YOU CAN PREPARE FOR THE WINTER STORM ❄️🧊

City of New Albany Public Works and Public Safety teams continue preparing for significant snowfall and wintry conditions expected later today. Crews have been pre-treating roadways with brine throughout the city in anticipation of the storm.

“The snow and ice from this storm looks like it may stick around for the next 10 days or more, so we ask everyone to please be patient with one another. Our crews will be working around the clock to restore travel throughout the City. You can help by making room for snow removal equipment, and if you’re able, take a moment to check in on your friends, family, and neighbors,” said Mayor Jeff Gahan.

Current forecasts are calling for one of the largest snowfall events we’ve seen in many years, with temperatures expected to remain below freezing for several days afterward. If this holds, snow and icy conditions could be with us for some time. Here’s how you can prepare:

🛒 Stock Up Early

• Food and water for several days

• Medications and baby or pet supplies

• A snow shovel

• Any essentials you may need if roads become impassable

🔦 Prepare for Possible Power Outages

• Flashlights and extra batteries

• Fully charged phones, power banks, and medical devices

• A battery-powered radio, if available

🏠 At Home

• Protect pipes from freezing

• Keep blankets and warm clothing easily accessible

🚗 If You Must Travel

• Fuel up vehicles

• Keep an emergency kit in your car (blankets, flashlight, snacks)

Heavy snowfall combined with prolonged cold may make travel difficult for a period of time. Preparing now helps keep you and your family safe and comfortable.

📞 Please use the city’s non-emergency line (812-944-6411) to report downed power lines, fallen trees, low branches, abandoned vehicles in roadways, or other non-emergency winter issues. For emergencies, dial 911.

📢 Please continue to follow City channels for updates as conditions change.

Winter Storm Prep - How the City is Preparing for this Significant Storm

WINTER STORM AHEAD

A major winter storm is expected to impact our area, with significant snowfall and the potential for some ice. Forecasts continue to evolve, but we all need to be prepared for a large amount of snow over the next few days.

HOW THE CITY IS PREPARING

Our street department, public safety, and public works teams began preparing for the major snowstorm on Wednesday. Crews have already been throughout the city pre-treating roadways. Additional public safety officers will be available throughout the storm.

“It is going to be cold and messy for the next 2 weeks,” stated Mayor Jeff Gahan. “Let’s all get ready for this winter snow storm together. Please be on the lookout for each other. We are going to get through this just fine. Try to take time and have some fun with it too!”

SNOW REMOVAL PRIORITIES

If snowfall totals are high (especially if we receive 1–2 feet of snow and temperatures remain below freezing) snow could remain on the ground for an extended period. In those conditions, crews will focus first on:

• Main roads

• Routes near hospitals and other essential services like groceries and pharmacies

• Neighborhood and secondary streets will be addressed as conditions allow.

Please use the city’s non-emergency line (812-944-6411) to report downed power lines, fallen trees, low branches, abandoned cars in roadway, or other non-emergency winter incidents. For all emergencies, please dial 911.

We appreciate your patience as crews work around the clock to keep the community safe. Please continue to monitor City channels for updates as the storm approaches.