MILWAUKEE—- Snow crews in Milwaukee are working around the clock as strong winds continue to create blowing and drifting snow across the city.
Jerrel Kruschke, commissioner of the Milwaukee Department of Public Works, said crews began treating roads roads Sunday evening as the storm moved into the area.
More than 100 salt truck have been working on major roads, with the city also deploying more than 50 garbage trucks to help keep streets clear.
Kruschke said rain earlier in the day made it difficult for crews to pre-treat roads before the snow began.
“If we had pre-treated with brine during the rain, it would have just washed away,” Kruschke said.
Snow totals across Milwaukee are expected to reach around four to six inches, but officials say the bigger challenge has been strong winds blowing snow back onto roads after they’ve already been cleared.
Temperatures are expected to drop to around 8 degrees overnight, which could cause icy conditions before warmer weather arrives later in the week. Forecasts show temperatures potentially reaching near 50 degrees by Friday, which should help melt much of the snow.
Residents who normally have garbage collection scheduled Monday are being asked to hold onto their trash and recycling. The city says it plans to catch up on collections in the coming days.
City officials are encouraging drivers to avoid unnecessary travel while crews continue clearing roads.
