City of Greater Sudbury crews are preparing for above normal temperatures and rainfall forecast for Saturday, January 11, 2014.
Crews have been inspecting catch basins in known trouble spots to ensure they are open and ready to handle any run-off. Flood-prone areas will be closely monitored.
Unfortunately, the city does not have the resources to clear every ditch and catch basin. Citizens can help by clearing snow and ice from catch basins near their homes to carry rainwater and snowmelt away from properties and streets.
Temperatures are expected to drop again on Tuesday or Wednesday, creating icy conditions. Sand and salt will be applied to roads as necessary, in accordance with the City’s winter control plan. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution as the temperature changes.
The freeze-thaw cycle will also create additional potholes on local roads. Motorists can lessen the chances of damage to their vehicles by reducing speed, maintaining optimum tire pressure, and by keeping the steering wheel straight and avoiding sudden braking when encountering a pothole. City crews are repairing potholes as weather conditions allow.
Flooding and potholes can be reported to the City of Greater Sudbury 24-hours a day by dialing 3-1-1.