Following last night’s storm, Gilbert neighborhoods are dealing with downed trees, blocked roads, and intermittent traffic signal outages. City crews are actively working to address these issues as the storm continues, according to a statement on the city’s official website. With streets becoming hazardous, residents are advised to keep a safe distance from fallen trees—especially those tangled in utility lines—and to avoid attempting to remove large debris themselves.
Due to a significant increase in calls and ongoing storm impacts, Gilbert’s phone lines are currently overwhelmed. Residents are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel and stay home if possible. If travel is essential, drivers are urged to be cautious and considerate of the crews working and other motorists navigating the difficult conditions. The Gilbert Police Department is stationed at key intersections to help manage traffic disrupted by non-functioning signals and requests the public’s cooperation during this time, as detailed on Gilbert's official news page.
As the community responds to the situation, non-emergency reports can be submitted through Gilbert 311. Emergencies should be directed to 9-1-1, and non-emergency assistance is available by calling (480) 503-6500.
