Montreal has launched a significant snow removal operation after a recent snowfall, which delivered between 14 to 17 centimeters of snow over several days. Crews began their work early Friday morning, addressing the substantial accumulation.
Montreal Snow Removal Operations
Currently, Montreal has about 18 centimeters of snow on the ground, an increase from 3 centimeters earlier this week. According to Philippe Sabourin, a spokesperson for the city, over 3,000 workers and more than 2,500 trucks are deployed in the snow-clearing efforts.
Operation Timeline and Coordination
The snow removal operation is expected to last approximately four days, with crews returning to duty early Saturday at 7 a.m. City officials are advising residents to assist in this process. Cooperation is essential to enhance the efficiency of the operation.
- Boroughs can initiate snow removal on reserved lanes and school zones.
- Residents are encouraged to move their vehicles promptly to prevent delays.
- Each hour, crews can lose time if they must tow vehicles, with up to 50 cars towed in that timeframe.
Parking and Tracking Information
To aid residents, the city provides information on alternative parking options. More than 1,000 free overnight parking spots are listed on the city’s website. Additionally, Montrealers can utilize the 311 Montreal app to track snow-removal efforts in real-time.
A map detailing free parking spaces is also available online, ensuring that residents can safely navigate their neighborhoods during this snow removal operation.
