Edwardsville urges warning in winter storm

Metropolis of Edwardsville Public Works workers shall be out in pressure forward of and in the course of the winter storm that’s anticipated to carry snow and bitterly chilly temperatures to the world starting Thursday.

Metropolis crews plan to pre-treat the roads forward of the storm then will work to clear accumulating snow, initially prioritizing the primary roads and different high-impact routes based mostly on public security. Accumulating snow, windy situations and the intense chilly which can be anticipated with the storm may complicate cleanup. Additionally they may pose hazards to those that are touring or have extended publicity exterior.

For those who should be on the roads, please be cautious, drive a secure velocity for situations, put on a seat belt and enhance your distance from different autos. Metropolis officers additionally ask that you simply permit further house for metropolis autos working to clear the roads.

You will discover extra details about town’s winter climate operations, together with some options, on town’s web site: www.cityofedwardsville.com/447/Snow-Plows-Winter-Climate

Please name the Edwardsville Police Division at 618-656-2131 for after-hours help.

Warming station particulars, together with chilly climate security ideas from the Edwardsville Hearth Division, additionally will be discovered right here: www.cityofedwardsville.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=220

Different web sites which may be of use embrace:
Illinois street situations: www.gettingaroundillinois.com; energy outages: www.outagemap.ameren.com (Ameren prospects) and; www.sweci.com (Southwestern Electrical Cooperative prospects).