Snow Ice Clearing Map

Alert: New Snow/Ice Clearing Map

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The City of Memphis is monitoring the weather forecast for snow and ice potential later this week. If conditions allow, we expect to begin pre-treating the roads with brine on Thursday.The City of Memphis has a new strategic snow and ice mitigation plan. Under the new plan, Division of Public Works crews will focus on specific routes when wintry weather affects our area, treating one lane in each direction.Please check the map below to see which routes the City of Memphis will treat. The map also highlights routes cleared by TDOT. By treating city streets intersecting with TDOT routes, we hope this new, focused approach will better serve our residents and drivers during winter weather.

The Division of Public Works has 15 snow and ice removal trucks and six brine trucks. However, snowplows are only deployed when snow accumulations are predicted to be 2 inches or higher.Public Works officials continuously monitor weather forecasts and data to ensure snow and ice operations are prepared and ready to respond accordingly.

In partnership with the City of Memphis, the Hospitality Hub operates two warming centers open for those who need to escape the cold. Until further notice, the centers are open 24 hours a day. Single women and their families will be housed at the Hospitality Hub at 590 Washington Avenue in Memphis. Single men and couples will stay at the First Baptist Church, located at 200 East Parkway North, also in Memphis. Transportation to the warming centers can be arranged by calling Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) at 901-297-1680 during warming center hours. Memphis Public Libraries and Community Centers, during their regular business hours, are also places where residents can stay warm.

If you do plan on driving during a snow/ice event, here are some tips for winter weather in Memphis:

• Be patient: Give crews time to clear the roads after it snows.
• Stay alert: Pay attention to the latest forecasts and stay alert when snow is expected.
• Be prepared: Be smart and prepared for winter weather.

Check back for updated information. We will be providing new details as the winter weather situation develops.