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STORM RESPONSE UPDATE Feb 21

❄️ Winter Operations Update – February 20, 2025 ❄️


As Hamilton remains under a Significant Weather Event declaration, our winter maintenance teams continue working around the clock to ensure roads and sidewalks are cleared as efficiently as possible.


Current Conditions (as of 10:00 PM, Feb. 20)


🔹 Roads:

  • Main Roads & Escarpment Accesses: Bare/Wet

  • Secondary Roads: Bare/Wet, Some Partially Snow Covered

  • Residential Roads: Snow Covered

🔹 Sidewalks & Bus Stops: Snow Covered / Partially Cleared

🔹 Closures: No known closures


Ongoing Operations


✔️ School Zones – Clearing sidewalks, crosswalks, and laybys around 155 schools

✔️ Sidewalk & Overpass Clearing

✔️ Snow Removal Operations – Using blowers and triaxles to haul snow away:


  • District South: Court clearing & BIA operations overnight

  • District East: Blower operations, BIA cleanup


Operational Challenges


⚠️ On-Street Parking & Snow Storage Issues

⚠️ Cold Temperatures Affecting Clearing Efforts

⚠️ Equipment Breakdowns & Repairs

⚠️ Staffing Hours


📍 Stay Updated with #PlowTracker


See real-time updates on winter maintenance vehicle progress over the last 2, 4, 12, and 24 hours using the City's Plow Tracker:🔗 Hamilton Plow Tracker


We understand that snow clearing delays can be frustrating, and we appreciate your continued patience and support as crews work diligently to improve road and sidewalk conditions.


Stay safe, and as always, please reach out with any concerns! 🚜❄️


If there are safety issues that need immediate attention please report to the CIty at 905-546-2489

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