Minneapolis and St. Paul have initiated snow emergencies following a significant snowstorm that impacted the area on Saturday. City officials are urging residents to adhere to parking regulations to aid snow removal across extensive street networks.
Minneapolis Snow Emergency Details
Officials in Minneapolis have outlined specific parking rules effective for the duration of the snow emergency, which will last for three days:
- Day 1: From 9 p.m. on November 30 to 8 a.m. on December 1
- Do not park on either side of a Snow Emergency route until the street is fully cleared.
- Day 2: From 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on December 1
- Restrictions apply to even-numbered sides of non-Snow Emergency routes and all parkways until fully plowed.
- Day 3: From 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on December 2
- Do not park on the odd-numbered side of non-Snow Emergency routes until that side is completely cleared.
St. Paul Snow Emergency Information
St. Paul has also declared a snow emergency with its own set of regulations. Beginning at 9 p.m. on November 30, all streets labeled “NIGHT PLOW ROUTE” will be cleared overnight.
- Vehicles unmoved from night plow routes by the deadline will incur tickets and may be towed.
- On December 1, crews will begin operations on “DAY PLOW ROUTES.” If no night plow signs are posted, the route is deemed a day plow route.
- Vehicles not moved from day plow routes by 8 a.m. on December 1 will face similar fines and towing.
- The snow emergency is scheduled to last for 96 hours, concluding at 9 p.m. on December 4.
Key Points to Remember
Residents must pay attention to street signs and avoid parking in areas that remain unplowed. This measure will ensure that snow removal is efficient and that streets are safe for travel.
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