With lake-effect snow looming over Southeast Wisconsin, the Milwaukee Department of Public Works is poised for action. Proactive measures were taken as early as last Friday, when crews treated main roadways with a brine solution to help combat ice buildup. According to FOX6NOW, this treatment left visible white lines of liquid salt on the streets, an initial defense against the elements.
Staff from the Milwaukee Department of Public Works, now on standby since 9 p.m. Sunday, are prepared to work rotating shifts to keep roads clear both during and post-storm, a necessary response as a Winter Weather Advisory issued by the Wisconsin National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan takes hold from 10 p.m. Sunday to 2 p.m. Monday, potentially dumping 3 to 6 inches of snow on coastal areas while the city of Milwaukee anticipates 1 to 3 inches, the varying snowfall resulting from the lake's proximity, which was reported by WISN.
In the thick of these preparations, safety appeals to the populace were broadcasted; the Milwaukee Department of Public Works urged citizens to exercise caution during travel and grant salt trucks and snowplows the necessary berth to function effectively. These safety precautions, underscored by TMJ4, aim to minimize hazards as the city braces for the inbound snow.
Despite the upcoming snowstorm, no new parking restrictions have been announced. However, residents are reminded to follow posted signs and park their cars close to the curb so Milwaukee Department of Public Works vehicles can get through, according to multiple sources. During the winter storm, it's important to be patient and work together by shoveling sidewalks and clearing fire hydrants, helping each other through the challenges of the season.
