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Prince George's County, Maryland, USA

Department Of Public Works And Transportation Mobilizes Full Snow Operations Ahead Of Forecasted Snowstorm

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LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is mobilizing full operations for a snowstorm expected to impact the region beginning Tuesday, February 11, 2025.  

Weather Advisory

A winter storm will bring snow and mixed precipitation from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning, with accumulations of 3-5 inches, possibly up to 8 inches in northern areas. The heaviest snowfall, up to 1 inch per hour, is expected to occur Tuesday night, with impactful precipitation ending between 7-9 AM on Wednesday. Southern areas will see wetter snow, while northern areas will have drier, fluffier snow. Mixed precipitation is expected Wednesday morning before turning into cold rain as temperatures rise to 35-37°F.

DPW&T Operational Plan

Brining operations on primary and secondary routes began on Sunday, February 9. DPW&T will pretreat known critical areas, including bridges, steep hills, cold spots, and other challenging residential locations.  This will continue throughout the day on Monday, February 10.

DPW&T will run a Full Snow Operation beginning Tuesday morning, February 11, deploying plows, salt trucks, and other necessary equipment, adjusting as needed to maintain clear and passable roadways. Heavy equipment will also be deployed to specifically address cul-de-sacs and dead-end streets. DPW&T will monitor weather conditions throughout the storm and dispatch additional resources as needed. Crews will continue to salt and/or plow during and after the winter weather event.

Route Prioritization During Winter Events

During snow events, routes are prioritized for service by the following categories: primary, secondary, and residential. Primary and secondary roads are serviced first to ensure public safety and emergency vehicles are able to travel safely. Once these routes are cleared, crews will focus on residential streets to ensure neighborhood access.

What Residents Can Do 

  • Avoid unnecessary travel during the storm.
  • Park in driveways or other off-road locations whenever possible to ensure accessibility for snowplows.
  • Shovel sidewalks abutting single family homes and businesses, as required by the County Code/Abutter’s Ordinance.
  • Report hazardous conditions such as downed trees or icy patches by calling PGC311.  
  • Stay updated on weather forecasts and DPW&T’s operations through dpwt.mypgc.us or @PGCountyDPWT 

Transportation

TheBus will operate as scheduled on Tuesday, with DPW&T monitoring route conditions and making service adjustments as needed. For real-time information, route tracking, and service alerts, residents should call (301) 324-2877. Call-A-Bus will operate dialysis and medical trips only. To cancel or reschedule travel reservation, please call (301) 499-8603. Residents are urged to exercise caution when accessing transit equipment and facilities, as sidewalks may be coated with snow and ice, causing slippery conditions.

Snow Summit

For assistance in navigating the winter season safely, please review the Virtual Snow Summit presentation, which includes information and resources from several organizations and agency partners, including the Prince George’s County Fire Department, Office of Homeland Security’s Emergency Management Division, Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE), Department of Environment (DOE), Maryland Department of Transportation, and WSSC.  

Stay Connected and Informed

Residents can follow DPW&T on social media @PGCountyDPWT for updates on snow removal efforts, road conditions, and safety tips. Visit dpwt.mypgc.us for additional resources and information about the Department’s winter weather response plan. 

Contact: 

Angela J. Rouson, MPA
Chief of Communications
Department of Public Works and Transportation
Cell: 240.524.6988
AJRouson@co.pg.md.us

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