St. Paul did not declare a snow emergency despite receiving 6.9 inches of snow, opting to clear residential streets first due to warmer temperatures and an anticipated temperature drop. The decision was made to take advantage of the relatively sunny weather and avoid the need for residents to move their cars. The city's public works director cited the unusual winter weather patterns, including a lack of snow accumulation and previous extreme precipitation, as factors influencing their approach to snow management.
Heavy snowfall in Colorado led to slick roads and road closures, prompting the Colorado Department of Transportation to deploy 114 plows in the Denver metro area. However, snow removal operations were hindered in some areas, such as near Golden, due to numerous vehicles stuck in the snow, preventing plows from passing through. Colorado State Patrol advised travelers to avoid specific routes and areas where plows were unable to operate, including Interstate 70, US Highway 40, and US Highway 285 into the mountains.
Winter Storm Avree prompts municipalities in Northeast Wisconsin to issue parking bans and snow emergencies ahead of an expected five to eight inches of snow, with some areas warning of potential vehicle towing if they obstruct plowing. De Pere's snow emergency will last from 5 a.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday, while Manitowoc has an overnight parking ban from 1 a.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday.
Mayor Dave Bronson declared a snow emergency in Anchorage, Alaska, due to the unexpected 25.2 inches of snow received since Sunday. The declaration allows for more resources to be allocated to clear the snow, with a best-case timeline of Friday evening for residential streets to be cleared. City crews are working around the clock to plow roads, prioritizing arterial and collector roads first. The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities urges patience and caution while traveling, sticking to main roads as much as possible. The city has an expected 84-hour time window to complete a full plowout, and Mayor Bronson expressed confidence in the crews' ability to clear the snow.
Transportation leaders in Anchorage, Alaska are urging caution as a snowstorm creates dangerous driving conditions across the city. Municipal crews are working to plow residential areas and prioritize sidewalks, with expectations of 4-8 inches of wet and heavy snowfall. The Department of Transportation is keeping main roads open and clearing highways, while also urging drivers to drive slowly and carefully. If rain accompanies the snow, extreme caution is advised, and staying home if possible is recommended. Crews will re-evaluate and plan accordingly based on the amount of snow received.
