City crews and winter equipment ready for freezing rain

Environment and Climate Change Canada is advising freezing rain Saturday morning and continuing throughout the day, possibly ending in the early afternoon. City crews are fully prepared to manage the road conditions. 

Roadway crews with 10 Sander units will monitor priority streets, on and off ramps and bridge decks and apply de-icing treatments, starting with Circle Drive and expressways, and will continue to maintain city streets as long as the weather persists. 

With freezing rain, and subzero temperatures in the forecast, road conditions can become dangerous. Drivers are encouraged to adjust to winter conditions, keeping a safe distance from other vehicles. 

Please give road equipment the space they need to operate, signaled by their blue and amber flashing lights. 

For more information on winter road maintenance, visit saskatoon.ca/snow.