NYC Sanitation Commissioner Discusses Snowfall, Storm Preparations, and Road Safety

Snowfall and Road Treatment

• 🌨️ Snowfall began around 4:00 a.m. this morning, prompting sanitation workers to begin treating the roads with salt.
• ⚠️ Drivers are advised to be cautious and take it slow on city roads, as treated surfaces can still be slick, especially with the risk of black ice.
• 🚗 Elevated roadways are noted as particularly tricky areas that sanitation supervisors are actively monitoring and treating.

Sidewalk Clearing and Parking

• 🚶 Property owners are responsible for clearing their sidewalks of snow and ice by 11:00 a.m. the day after snowfall ends, ensuring clear paths for pedestrians.
• 🅿️ Street cleaning regulations are suspended for both Sunday and the upcoming national holiday, providing relief for parking.
• 🚦 Standard regulations for metered parking and other parking rules still apply.

Driver Safety and Sanitation Crews

• 🚛 Drivers are urged to exercise caution when passing sanitation plows and salt spreaders, as these vehicles operate at slower speeds to ensure effective treatment.
• ⏰ Drivers should allow extra travel time due to potentially slick road conditions.
• ✅ The Department of Sanitation is actively working to keep city roads clear and safe during and after the snowfall.