County clearing snow as storm approaches
From San Bernardino County:
With the rain and snow expected in our local mountains on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, County resources are working diligently and around the clock with those of other agencies to keep roadways open and free of snow for holiday travel
The National Weather Service is predicting rain, heavy at times, starting on Wednesday and continuing through Thursday, with snow above 6,000 feet. With the snow from this storm and the previous storm the county could see heavy accumulation in the mountain areas. The county is warning members of the public to keep water, food and warm clothing in their vehicle for any travel over the holidays. It is important to prepare homes as well as access may be impeded at times. Snow chains are required in most of the mountain areas so the public is advised to carry them while traveling. When putting on chains get all the way off of the road. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for in and below the burn areas.
With the recent unusually heavy snow storm in the local mountains and desert the County road crews have been working tirelessly. The Department of Public Works road crews have been working 24 hours a day since Sunday clearing the County maintained roads as fast as they can. The Department of Public Works has 80 pieces of equipment in the mountain and desert.
To allow the snow removal crews to clear as many roads as possible please remember to stay 100 feet back from the equipment for safety. Many times plows need to back up to complete their passes. Also do not try to stop the snow removal equipment; operators may not be able to see you. Be sure to listen to emergency personnel and do as they instruct. Snow berms in driveways are an inconvenient part of winter living in the mountains. Snow berm removal is not provided as part of regular snow removal service so residents will need to make arrangements to clear berms formed by the snow removal.
The Department of Public Works has hired private contractors to assist the snow removal on the mountain and desert County maintained roadways. The Department is still seeking to obtain more contractors to assist in snow removal as needed.
The County Department of Public Works is responsible for 425 miles of roads in the mountain areas of which 100% received snow in this unusual heavy snow event. The Public Works crews as well as the contractors are continuing to clear and widen main travel routes and the residential local roads in the mountains and desert regions. Many residential and local roads were unable to be plowed due to blockage by vehicles. By keeping all vehicles well off the roads it makes it possible for the snow plows to clear roads quicker. The operation crews will continue to work shifts around the clock through these storms to ensure that all County maintained roads are passable for the residents of the mountains and desert. Please have a safe holiday season.
For further information, contact the San Bernardino County Department of Public Works at (909) 387-8063.
With the rain and snow expected in our local mountains on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, County resources are working diligently and around the clock with those of other agencies to keep roadways open and free of snow for holiday travel
The National Weather Service is predicting rain, heavy at times, starting on Wednesday and continuing through Thursday, with snow above 6,000 feet. With the snow from this storm and the previous storm the county could see heavy accumulation in the mountain areas. The county is warning members of the public to keep water, food and warm clothing in their vehicle for any travel over the holidays. It is important to prepare homes as well as access may be impeded at times. Snow chains are required in most of the mountain areas so the public is advised to carry them while traveling. When putting on chains get all the way off of the road. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for in and below the burn areas.
With the recent unusually heavy snow storm in the local mountains and desert the County road crews have been working tirelessly. The Department of Public Works road crews have been working 24 hours a day since Sunday clearing the County maintained roads as fast as they can. The Department of Public Works has 80 pieces of equipment in the mountain and desert.
To allow the snow removal crews to clear as many roads as possible please remember to stay 100 feet back from the equipment for safety. Many times plows need to back up to complete their passes. Also do not try to stop the snow removal equipment; operators may not be able to see you. Be sure to listen to emergency personnel and do as they instruct. Snow berms in driveways are an inconvenient part of winter living in the mountains. Snow berm removal is not provided as part of regular snow removal service so residents will need to make arrangements to clear berms formed by the snow removal.
The Department of Public Works has hired private contractors to assist the snow removal on the mountain and desert County maintained roadways. The Department is still seeking to obtain more contractors to assist in snow removal as needed.
The County Department of Public Works is responsible for 425 miles of roads in the mountain areas of which 100% received snow in this unusual heavy snow event. The Public Works crews as well as the contractors are continuing to clear and widen main travel routes and the residential local roads in the mountains and desert regions. Many residential and local roads were unable to be plowed due to blockage by vehicles. By keeping all vehicles well off the roads it makes it possible for the snow plows to clear roads quicker. The operation crews will continue to work shifts around the clock through these storms to ensure that all County maintained roads are passable for the residents of the mountains and desert. Please have a safe holiday season.
For further information, contact the San Bernardino County Department of Public Works at (909) 387-8063.
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