FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Prince George, B.C. – A heavy snowfall declaration has been issued as approximately 30 centimetres of snow fell in higher elevation neighbourhoods over the past 24 hours.
Snow clearing timelines will be extended as crews work around the clock to improve road safety in the community. Crews are expected to complete all plowing by the end of day on March 30, weather permitting.
A heavy snowfall declaration means a shift in the City’s priorities:
- Nighttime snow clearing and removal in the downtown priority one and priority two areas will start an hour earlier (11 p.m. instead of 12 a.m.).
- Snow removal completion times get by extended by 24 hours for each additional eight centimetres of snow (on top of the initial 20 centimetres).
Equipment is starting on priority one and two routes in orange, yellow, and blue zones today. Priority three routes will be completed only after the busiest streets are cleared. Residents are encouraged to view the priority routes map to familiarize themselves with the routes in their neighbourhood.
The City reminds residents that winter parking regulations are still in effect, and are in place to help with snow and ice removal:
- Priority ones and the hospital district - On-street parking is prohibited from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- Downtown - On-street parking is prohibited from 12 a.m. to 7 a.m.
- Residential areas - On-street parking is prohibited from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parking on the side of the street with odd house numbers is permitted from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. unless otherwise posted.
Illegally parked vehicles are subject to a $50 ticket per offence and/or may be towed.
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Media contact:
Kendall Robertson, senior communications advisor
Mobile: 778-349-5393
Email: media@princegeorge.ca