Caution on streets and sidewalks: rain, snow, high winds and a drop in temperature expected for Saskatoon

Hold onto your hats, Saskatoon! Environment and Climate Change Canada tells us that these high winds may be joined by rain, snow and a temperature drop this evening.  

Streets and sidewalks remain wet and slushy from recent rainfall, which is expected to freeze into the evening as temperatures drop quickly from the plus side to minus 12 degrees Celsius.  

City crews have been applying sand at intersections along residential streets with packed snow; clearing a path to catch basins where water is ponding on streets from melting snow; and maintaining utility cuts on streets filled with gravel that softened with the warm temperatures.  

Staff and equipment are prepared to respond to any type of weather affecting road conditions overnight and around the clock.  

Drivers should adjust their driving for the road conditions, leave extra room and watch for blue and yellow flashing lights on road equipment. 

More information will be provided today about our plan for addressing severe rutting that is forming on some streets.