City of Topeka Shares Winter Storm Plans

The City of Topeka's Public Works Department is actively monitoring weather forecasts for this weekend, which predict a high likelihood of significant snowfall in the area. While the exact path of the storm remains uncertain, crews are taking proactive steps to ensure the city is prepared for any inclement weather.

Street Department crews are manufacturing salt brine in preparation for pretreating priority roadways. Pretreatment efforts will begin Thursday and continue into Friday. Crews are also completing the setup of equipment needed to tackle any potential snow and ice. Public Works staff will be on standby throughout the weekend to respond as conditions develop.

If the forecast proves accurate and the Topeka area receives significant snowfall or icy conditions, the city will activate a full snow response. Crews will plow and treat roadways on alternating 12-hour shifts until the weather event concludes and roads are safe for travel.

Additionally, the Topeka Rescue Mission's Extreme Weather Taskforce is preparing for warming stations.
Information regarding the locations and hours will be released prior to the severe weather. Volunteer opportunities at the warming centers can be found here: https://www.kawvalleyvolunteers.org/

Residents are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel during the storm and use caution when traveling in icy
conditions.