Winter is coming – be storm ready

With colder months approaching, we want to remind everyone that winter weather is just around the corner. When snow and ice arrive, please stay home whenever possible so our crews can safely and efficiently treat and clear the roads.

To ensure the safest and most effective use of resources, the City has established four Priority Routes, which focus on roads that serve the greatest number of residents and provide essential access for transit, police, fire, and medical responders. Please take a moment to review the Priority Route Map on our website before the next storm hits:

www.sammamish.us/government/public-works/snow-and-ice-response/

Smaller neighborhood streets and cul-de-sacs will not be plowed because the City has to focus on major arterials for emergency response. Therefore, it’s important for households to be ready to remain indoors for a few days if needed. The City cannot take plow requests. Make sure you’re prepared by stocking up on food, water, and necessary supplies ahead of time. It’s also a good idea to have extra blankets, flashlights, and firewood on hand in case of power outages.

To learn more about how to be prepared for weather emergencies, visit: www.sammamish.us/our-community/emergency-management/winter/

• If the power goes out, please contact Puget Sound Energy: www.pse.com/en/outage/outage-resources

• If you have questions related to garbage, recycling or compost collection, please contact Republic Services: www.republicservices.com/municipality/sammamish-wa