City of Memphis, TN
01/10/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/10/2025 09:11
City of Memphis Winter Weather Operations Update
City of Memphis Winter Weather Operations Update:
The City of Memphis is preparing for a significant snow event in the next 48 hours, and we are urging residents to do the same.
The City of Memphis crews have started treating designated routes with Brine, and our snow plow drivers will hit the streets when snow begins to accumulate on the roads.
The Division of Public Works has 15 snow and ice removal trucks and six brine trucks. Snow removal will begin when it begins to accumulate on the road.
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. Specific routes include all or parts of the following streets : Poplar, Jackson Avenue, Sam Cooper, Winchester, Range Line/N. Hollywood, Thomas/ N. Second Street, Union Ave, Lamar, Elvis Presley, S. 3rd, E. Shelby Drive, Airways, Avery Avenue, Germantown Parkway, Walnut Grove, Us 64, Austin Peay, East Parkway,/Trezevant, Park Ave, and Ridgeway, Riverdale, Plough, Democrat, downtown, Medical District and President's Island.
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 full map can be accessed at the link below:
www.memphistn.gov/snow-ice-clearing-map/
Warming Centers:
The Hospitality Hub, in partnership with the City of Memphis, 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. Single men and couples will stay at the First Baptist Church, located at 200 East Parkway North.
Transportation to the warming centers can be arranged by calling Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) at 901-297-1680 during warming center hours.
Trash Collection :
Trash collection will be suspended Friday. We will re-evaluate over the weekend.
Memphis Animal Services
Memphis Animal Services is closed to the public on Friday and Saturday. However, they will have pick-up hours for fosters, adopters, and rescues who need to pick up pets from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Officers will be responding to emergency calls.
Memphis Municipal Courts
Memphis Municipal Courts will be closed on Friday, January 10. The Municipal Court Clerk's office is also closed. Check with the Clerk's office for updated court appearance information.
Community Spaces:
Memphis Public Libraries and Community Centers are also places where residents can seek shelter during regular business hours. However, some libraries and community centers may close or alter their hours due to weather conditions.
Community Centers
On Friday, Memphis Parks will operate nine regional centers. These locations will operate from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday operating hours will be determined.
- Frayser Raleigh SC
3985 Egypt Central Rd.
Memphis TN. 38128
- Bert Ferguson CC
8505 Trinity Rd.
Cordova, TN 38018
- Hickory Hill CC
3910 Ridgeway Road
Memphis TN. 38115
- Orange Mound CSC
2590 Park Avenue 38114
- Gaisman CC
4223 Macon Rd.
Memphis TN. 38122
- Gaston CC
148 South Third
Memphis TN. 38106
- Ed Rice CC
2935 N. Watkins St.
Memphis, TN 38127
Libraries
Memphis Public Library Regional Branches will be open on January 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Those branches include:
- Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
- Whitehaven branch
- Cordova branch
- Raleigh branch
All other branches will be closed.
Memphis International Airport:
Many airlines may have canceled or delayed flights around the country due to snow and ice. Be sure to check your airline before heading to the airport. You can keep up with all MEM flight statuses on our website. here https://flymemphis.com/flight-status/
MATA
The Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) is taking proactive steps to ensure the safety of its customers and employees as the region prepares for significant snowfall.
MATA is implementing a modified snow plan, focusing on safely operating eight key routes: • Route 11 • Route 36 • Route 39 • Route 40 • Route 42 • Route 50 • Route 52 • Route 57.
Customers are encouraged to stay informed about service updates and weather alerts by visiting our website at www.matatransit.com.
Sign up for Omnilerts to receive real-time notifications and updates directly to your phone or email. If you would like more information or assistance, please don't hesitate to contact MATA Customer Service at 901.274. MATA (6282).
MLGW:
• To report a power outage, contact MLGW at 901-544-6500.
• Outage Map https://www.mlgw.com/residential/outagemap
• To report a gas leak call MLGW's 24-hour Emergency Line, 901-528-4465.
Inclement Weather Notifications
The city of Memphis never closes. We are working to deliver services as regularly and thoroughly as possible. The City of Memphis will continue to keep residents informed with updates on the city's website (MemphisTn.gov), as well as Facebook (@MEMCity) and Twitter (@Cityof Memphis) as information becomes available.
Check back for updated information regarding city facilities and services opening and closing.