12.20.24, 6:00 a.m.
Brief periods of snow yesterday were followed by another band of snow earlier this morning. The Public Works Snow Team was called in earlier to begin response to arriving snow. Snow is expected to exit the area by 7 A.M. Crews will keep Posted Snow Routes clear until the snow ends. Please take your time on all roads, especially residential ones. Residential roads will not be plowed or salted, as accumulations are less than a half inch and expected to melt in the coming days.
12.18.24, 11:00 a.m.
The Snow Team is pre-treating roads today with salt brine in preparation for another light round of snow forecast for Thursday afternoon/evening. Be mindful that the combination of wet areas and below-freezing temps will continue to create spotty slick areas, especially on less traveled surfaces, parking lots, and sidewalks. Stay aware and take it slow.
12.18.24, 5:15 a.m.
Wet roads and below-freezing temps have resulted in widespread slick spots, especially on bridge decks and at the bottom of hills. Crews have been called in to treat Posted Snow Routes with salt. Travel with caution this morning.
12.14.24, 8:00 p.m.
The Snow Team wrapped up the response to this event a short time ago. The team continues to monitor conditions and is prepared to respond if conditions warrant. Remain cautious while out and about overnight. Watch for slick spots on bridges and less traveled areas like sidewalks and parking lots.
12.14.24, 12:30 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended its Ice Storm Warning until 4 p.m. The Public Works Snow Team will continue salting Posted Snow Routes and will make a pass with salt on residential roads until freezing rain turns to rain. Please continue to use caution if you plan to go out.
12.14.24, 5:30 a.m.
Delay travel if you can. Use caution when driving if you must go out. Sidewalks and other surfaces will be slick. The Public Works Snow Team will be treating Posted Snow Routes during this event. The bulk of freezing rain is expected between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., followed by a wintry mix and then rain.
12.13.24, 1:30 p.m.
A winter weather advisory goes into effect at midnight tonight. According to our partners the National Weather Service, the area may see .1 to .3 of accumulating ice tomorrow morning. Freezing rain is expected to enter the area around 5 a.m. and last through the lunch hour. With a high potential for the area to see freezing rain and a glazing of ice, Public Works crews will be actively monitoring conditions and prepared to respond as needed. Freezing rain will be followed by rain and improving temperatures. To avoid slick and hazardous conditions, consider delaying travel until later in the day. Issues with trees and power lines are possible. While a Snow Emergency will not be declared, parking off-street on Posted Snow Routes will be helpful to assist salting operations during slick conditions should freezing rain arrive. Watch for updates on conditions on Saturday morning.
12.11.24, 6:00 a.m.
Watch for pockets of slick driving surfaces this morning, and slow down. Snow showers are possible through lunch. The Public Works Snow Team will be clearing Posted Snow Routes as needed. Driving conditions are likely to change throughout the morning.
12.10.24, 4:30 p.m.
Our partners at the National Weather Service tell us an arctic cold front will pass through the area Wednesday morning, bringing with it scattered snow showers, gusty winds, and frigid temperatures. Snow showers beginning early Wednesday morning through the morning commute are possible. If snow arrives, be prepared for slick travel and to slow down. Crews will respond as needed to arriving snow. For more information on snow and ice response activities, visit www.davenportiowa.com/winter. Be mindful that active weather remains in the forecast through the remainder of the week.
12.02.24, 9:00 a.m.
A brief dusting of light snow has come through this morning. The snow team is out salting Posted Snow Routes in response to light snow sticking to roads. No further response is expected unless the rate and volume of snow increases. The community can always find information on snow removal and response activities at www.davenportiowa.com/winter.
11.20.24, 9:00 a.m.
According to our partners at the National Weather Service, a fast-moving storm will bring the season’s first chance for snow later today. Low visibility, wind, and slick driving conditions are likely. While accumulating snow is not anticipated, the Public Works Snow Team is ready to respond as needed. Remember to slow down and increase your traveling distance when the snow starts to fly.
10.10.24, 2:00 p.m.
Winter is just around the corner, and Davenport is preparing for the season to arrive. Plow blades and spreaders are being installed, training is underway, and our salt supply has been replenished.
As part of winter preparation, the city encourages all residents and visitors to be prepared. This includes signing up for Snow Emergency Alerts. Signing up for alerts is the most reliable way to know when a Snow Emergency has been declared and when parking on posted snow routes is prohibited.
Snow emergencies are declared when the area is expected to receive ice and/or hazardous volumes of snow. Parking is prohibited on Posted Snow Routes when a snow emergency is declared to help Public Works crews ensure the highest traffic volume roads and hills receive priority service, which helps everyone get around when the snow starts to fly.
To avoid a ticket or being towed for parking on a Posted Snow Route during a snow emergency, be in the know – subscribe to receive an alert at www.davenportiowa.com/alertiowa.
For everything you need to know about snow, Posted Snow Routes, and links to the National Weather Service forecast, visit www.davenportiowa.com/winter.