Residents of St. Charles, Missouri, are preparing for a winter storm expected to begin Friday night and continue through Sunday morning. The city government reports that heavy snow and wind chills below 0°F are possible. Officials advise that travel may be difficult and encourage residents to monitor the latest weather updates.
In preparation for the storm, the City has started treating streets with liquid salt brine as of yesterday. According to a Facebook post, officials note that with temperatures expected to drop below 15°F, traditional salt may be less effective, and fully clear or dry streets may not be possible.
St. Charles’ public works department will begin 12-hour shifts starting Friday evening, operating around the clock until streets are passable. Plowing will be the main method to manage snowfall, with multiple passes expected. Snow may remain on roads until temperatures rise enough for salt and sand mixtures to prevent freezing.
To support snow removal, the City has provided guidance for residents. Citizens are asked to give plows room to work by parking off city streets when possible, move basketball hoops and other obstacles from the right of way, avoid approaching plow trucks, and stay home if possible. The City notes that the storm may bring dangerous conditions and very low temperatures.
