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