Charlotte DOT Getting Ready For Winter Storm

Press Release β€”Β The Charlotte Department of Transportation is treating City streets today with salt brine for winter weather conditions.

Beginning at 10 p.m. today, City Street Maintenance crews will be operating on a β€œCondition B.”  This condition calls for 32 trucks,Β 64 crew members and necessary support staff.Β  Crews will be working in 12 hour shifts starting at 7 a.m. Friday through 7 p.m. Saturday.

As theΒ winter storm moves through the Charlotte area, evaluation of streets and roads will be ongoing and work adjusted as warranted.Β  Ice accumulation will be a big concern over the next few days.

Residents are advised to avoid traveling if possible and keep clear of heavy equipment/trucks treating roads.

Citizens should report icy road conditions by calling CharMeck 311.Β  Also, reports of routine icing on City streets can be called in to 704-336-3200.Β  Actual emergencies and accidents should be called in to 911.