The City of Reno has a priority-based approach to clear snow from the roads. The first priority is given to the large arterials, which are high-volume public right aways that connect the city.
The hospitals, schools, and major roadways are cleared first, followed by the collector roadways, residential streets, and cul-de-sacs.
Reno Police Department advises people to avoid driving unless it's necessary.
"Slow down, look ahead, keep in mind it's going to take longer to stop," said Reno Police Department Public Information Officer Sgt. Adam Blount.Â
It is recommended to know your vehicle's capabilities and tire tread level and plan for alternative routes if the roads are closed. Law enforcement suggests that the most dangerous accidents happen when drivers crash into cars that have already stopped.
"Our goal is to go to the higher priority crashes, open the roadways to limit those secondary collisions," explained Blount.Â
Reno Fire Department also suggests taking extra care when heating homes during the winter season.
"Using your oven to heat your house is a big thing; using space heaters appropriately, you want to make sure they're a safe distance from flammable material, you want to turn them off before you leave the house, you don't want to plug them into surge protectors or extension cords," said Reno Fire Department Battalion Chief John Mandell.
No brine was sprayed on the streets beforehand because it would get washed away by the rain, which would waste taxpayer dollars.
Please be patient as the city might not clear the main priority roadways for several hours or even days, depending on the severity of the storm.
