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Winter Weather Information
Snow and cold temperatures are forecasted for our region this weekend (Jan 30th-Feb 1st). In the event of snow accumulation or icy conditions, Arlington County will activate its crews to safely treat and clear priority roadways, followed by other public streets. Residents with snow related inquiries or concerns may contact snow@arlingtonva.us or the snow hotline at 703-228-6485. Residents are advised to stay up to date on the latest road conditions, winter weather response efforts and government closures. Please remember to use public transit when roadways are deemed hazardous.
Snow removal strategy
When the snow is falling, snow crewss concentrate on keeping the main arteries passable for public transportation and emergency vehicles. After snow stops falling, crews then concentrate on clearing snow from all streets for general public use as promptly as possible. Neighborhood streets are cleared last. Snow crews work in teams around the clock toward these two goals, with a force of approximately 150 crew members, 70 pieces of snow control equipment, two salt storage facilities with a capacity of 10,000 tons, and snow budgets averaging $600,000 annually.
