NYC Prepares for Major Snowfall: Sanitation Crews Ready Plows and Pre-Treat Roads

Snowfall Preparations Underway

• ❄️ New York City is preparing for its first significant snowfall in years, with sanitation crews ramping up preparations.
• 💬 Many New Yorkers express dread for the upcoming snow, particularly once it becomes a mess.

Road Treatment and Plow Deployment

• 🛣️ Main roads, such as the Westside Highway, have been pre-treated with liquid road salt to prevent ice and snow bonding.
• 💧 This treatment began at midnight and continues through the day to suppress snow accumulation.
• 🚜 Once 2 inches of snow accumulate, over 2200 plows will be deployed to clear the roads.

Public Transit Readiness

• 🚇 Subways are expected to operate through the storm, with workers treating sidewalks and stairwells.
• 🚌 Chains are being strapped onto MTA buses to ensure they can continue moving.

Public Safety Advisory

• ⚠️ Officials are urging the public to stay off the roads to allow snow removal and sanitation crews to perform their duties.
• 🚨 Emergency management staff will be on duty throughout the night to address any unexpected issues.
• 🚗 If driving is necessary, caution is advised, and mass transit is recommended as an alternative.