City of Kenmore encourages residents to prepare for possible snow showers
Published 4:31 pm Tuesday, January 11, 2011
The city of Kenmore strongly encourages residents to prepare for possible snow showers that local weather forecast channels are predicting for tonight. Public works crews applied de-icer to priority routes earlier today and are on standby to clear snow from roadways.
The city contracts for public works services with the city of Lake Forest Park. The two cities share seven trucks for treating snow and ice conditions. Four trucks have sanders with plows, one truck has a de-icer with plow and two trucks have plows. During a snow and ice event, maintenance crews will switch to two 12-hour shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage. The goal is to provide the safest driving conditions possible to the public.
Snow and ice crews will focus on primary routes first, including arterials, bus routes and designated emergency routes. Once the primary routes are able to be left in a safe condition, attention will turn to secondary and residential streets. Crews will continue to work around the clock as long as snow and ice conditions exist.
Be a good neighbor
• When snow falls, shovel your sidewalk and driveway. If you have neighbors who have difficulty shoveling snow, consider cleaning theirs, too.
• Businesses and building managers should shovel sidewalks outside their locations so customers and employees can get around.
What you can do
• Know the snow map
• Listen to the weather forecast. Have a plan in case severe weather strikes.
• Make sure you have a snow shovel and de-icer.
• When the storm hits, don’t drive if you don’t have to. Having fewer cars on the street during and after a storm makes it easier to clear streets.
• If you must drive, make sure your car is ready. Carry chains and be prepared to put them on. Make sure windows are clear and the snow is brushed from the entire car.
• Keep an emergency supply kit in your vehicle.
• Slow down, allow plenty of room between you and the next vehicle, and be prepared for ice you cannot see, especially on bridges and raised roadways.
• Watch for “Street Closed” signs. They are placed by crews for your safety.
• Stay away from downed power lines.
• Use alternative heat sources safely and wisely. Follow manufacturers’ instructions. Adequately vent fueled space heaters (e.g., kerosene, propane, alcohol) to avoid fatal carbon monoxide gas buildup. Also, do not use outdoor grills or camp stoves indoors as it may cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Call 9-1-1 only for emergencies.
For assistance and information
• If localized flooding is severe and you are unable to clear the drain, call Kenmore City Hall at (425) 398-8900 during business hours or after hours call King County Dispatch (206) 296-8100.
• To report icy or hazardous conditions during business hours call Kenmore City Hall or after hours call King County Dispatch.
Sandbags
The city of Kenmore has deployed sandbags at five designated locations for use during the flood season. Notify the city prior to taking sandbags by calling (425) 398-8900. This will allow the city to track the number of sandbags used so that the locations can be resupplied.
Locations:
• Near Kenmore Elementary
Northeast 192nd Street and 73rd Avenue Northeast
• Old Kenmore Park & Ride
18201 68th Ave. N.E.
• Rhododendron Park
6910 N.E. 170th St.
• Log Boom Park
60th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 175th Street
• Arrowhead Drive
67th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 155th Street
