NEWS RELEASE
CITY OF GUELPH
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Snow plowing is underway. Please move parked cars off the street
We’re declaring a significant weather event based on the forecasted weather conditions from Dec. 23 to Dec. 25. We’re working to clear snow from roads, bike lanes and sidewalks.
The intent of a declaration is to notify the public that due to current or forecasted weather conditions, caution is to be exercised when travelling on the City’s streets and sidewalks, and that it may take longer than usual (one day for roads, three days for sidewalks) to restore them to the normal conditions. Once we declare the significant weather event is over, we’ll update guelph.ca/snow, or you can submit a service request for roads, sidewalks or trails and facilities.
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Move parked cars off the street
During this event, we’re plowing snow from all City streets, bike lanes and sidewalks. Please move parked cars from the streets until the significant weather event is over.
Track the plows
You can track our progress, and thank a plow driver at guelph.ca/snow.
City Hall
City Hall will be open as a warming centre on December 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Trees
Ice and snow buildup can make trees heavy, causing branches to break and trees to fail. Even healthy trees that are structurally sound can fall under the weight of ice. Keep an eye on your private trees. Our forestry crews will be dealing with tree issues on City property, as they become known, and prioritized according to risk presented.
Storm drains
Please check storm drains near your property and clear them of debris such as leaves, sticks and garbage. This will allow storm water and ice melt to drain properly and prevent flooding.
Waste collection
Waste collection will continue as normal. Please place carts one foot back from the curb to allow plows to clear the road.
Guelph Transit
Guelph Transit buses are running today but may be delayed due to weather. Follow Guelph Transit on Twitter @guelphtransit for updates.
Recreation programs and facilities
All recreation facilities will be closing at 2 p.m. today, with exception of the West End library which will remain open until 9 p.m. as a warming centre.
Guelph Museums
Guelph Civic Museum and John McCrae House are closed.
River Run Centre
The River Run box office is open. Events will continue as planned until further notice. Please call River Run Centre to check for cancellations at 519-763-3000.
Hydro
To report a concern with power lines and outages, including a tree on a power line, please contact Guelph Hydro at 519-822-3014. Follow @guelphhydro on Twitter for updates.
