In the wake of the recent snowstorm that has blanketed Cincinnati, city crews are continuing their round-the-clock efforts to clear the streets. As reported by the City of Cincinnati's official website, personnel have been toiling in 12-hour shifts for five straight days, battling the unrelenting winter conditions.

Despite the extreme cold hindering snow removal, the Department of Public Services (DPS) remains focused on residential areas. The cumulative total of their labor is nothing short of monumental, with plows covering over 42,000 lane miles—equal to traversing the entire city 14 times. Yet, their mission is far from over, with additional snowfall expected today and ongoing snow removal equipment maintenance.

To assist those affected by the cold, the Over-the-Rhine Recreation Center has extended its hours, acting as a daytime cold weather shelter for community members in need. Services provided include meals, transportation to an overnight shelter, and various health and pet services. Furthermore, the city's other recreation centers are open as warming shelters during their regular hours of operation.

Citywide solidarity efforts to combat the storm's effects include the deployment of four 311 Community Responder Teams, assisting with everything from traffic control to vehicle recovery. These teams have been working diligently, pushing snow-trapped cars and coordinating with tow services for heavier removal jobs. In light of the circumstances, Cincinnati's waste collection services have adjusted to a delayed schedule, urging residents to leave their bins curbside until they can be serviced.

The city encourages residents to report non-emergency issues through the 311Cincy portal via a call, website visit, or the 311Cincy mobile app. This resource is Cincinnati's all-in-one customer service connection, keeping the public informed and attended to in these trying winter conditions.