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Long before the first snowfall City crews start preparing for the winter season. This includes transforming dump trucks into snowplows by affixing winged blades, performing winter maintenance for all vehicles and changing equipment on smaller tractors to make them ready for sidewalk plowing. Supplies of sand and salt must be stockpiled and each year better technology and systems are used to help keep our roads safe. The logistics of putting road crews and equipment out in weather that virtually can bring everyone else to a stand still requires detailed planning and keeping the process moving is labour intensive. Streets must be kept clear for use by fire, police and emergency services as well as business and personal travellers. How does it all get done? The following have been designed to give you the information you need.
Other agencies such as the Region of Durham, Province of Ontario and the Federal Government, also have winter control duties on roads under their jurisdiction, within the city boundaries. To report dangerous road conditions or any other road emergency, call 905.683.7575. This telephone number is answered live, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For general enquiries please contact us by email. More Road Info: |
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