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Sudbury declares special weather event as freezing rain continues

All roads and sidewalks maintained by the city considered in a ‘state of repair’ until further notice

The City of Greater Sudbury has declared a significant weather event with respect to existing freezing rain conditions, starting at 5 a.m. on March 6 and continuing until further notice.

This declaration is issued in accordance with Ontario Consolidated Regulation 239/02 under the Municipal Act. All roads and sidewalks maintained by the city are considered in a “state of repair” until further notice. 

This declaration is not necessarily a notice of a reduced level of service or a road closure, said the city. It is to notify drivers and pedestrians to use an appropriate level of caution when travelling during this event and avoid unnecessary travel. 

“City staff continue to work diligently to ensure public safety, but it may take longer than normal to maintain the roadways and sidewalks normally maintained during this season,” said the city. “Your co-operation is appreciated.”

Leisure programs and GOVA transit service schedules may also be impacted by the weather event. Updates for any scheduled events or transit delays will be posted as required. You can also call 311 with specific questions. For real-time bus information, visit mybus.greatersudbury.ca.

The city will update the public when the significant weather event has ended, through our website, social media and a PSA to local media. When the declaration is cancelled, the standard timeline for road winter maintenance will begin.

Freezing rain prompts City to declare weather event

Public Works crews are working to maintain local roads, sidewalks, and parking lots as a result of the weather

With freezing rain expected throughout the evening and overnight, the City of Sault Ste. Marie has declared a weather event.

The announcement means roads, sidewalks, and parking lots maintained by the City should be considered to be in “a state or repair until further notice.”

Following is a full release from the City on the announcement:

The City of Sault Ste. Marie has declared a weather event with respect to freezing rain conditions. Environment Canada has issued a weather warning with freezing rain and significant icing persisting for Sault Ste. Marie and area from tonight through to Sunday. Hazardous travel conditions are expected, and untreated surfaces may become icy and slippery.

Public Works crews work diligently during a weather event, but it may take longer than normal to ensure public safety and that the roadways, sidewalks, and Transit bus stops meet normal maintenance standards. Public Works continues to monitor the weather, patrol the roadways and deploy all available crews to address any ice accumulation.

During this time, surfaces such as roads, sidewalks and parking lots maintained by the City are considered to be in a “state of repair” until further notice. Drivers and pedestrians should use an appropriate level of caution when travelling.

Updates will be posted to the City’s website and social media sites as required. Thank you for your cooperation.