Philadelphia snow: Snow emergency in effect in Philly as snow moves in quickly
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Winter storm blankets Philadelphia in snow; students to learn virtually Tuesday WPVI
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The Philadelphia Streets Department has deployed 450 pieces of equipment to keep roads passable after Monday s winter storm.
The storm rolled in Sunday, but crews started brining roads on Friday in preparation. By Monday morning, ruddy snow had accumulated on residential roads, despite crews best efforts. Our goal is to make the roads as possible and return the city back to its normal operations as quickly as possible, said Philadelphia Streets Commissioner Carlton Williams. This does not mean our roads will be completely clear of snow and ice but it may passable for safe travel.
However, another important reminder from the city: do not shovel or plow snow into the street. This practice is illegal, unsafe and hinders snow operations, the city said.
The penalty is a fine ranging from $50 to $300 for each violation. (1) the owner, agent, and tenants of any building or premise shall clear a path of not less than 36 in width on all sidewalks, including curb cuts, abutting the building or premises within 6 (six) hours after the snow has ceased to fall. The path shall be thoroughly cleared of snow and ice. Where the width of any pavement measured from the property line to the curb is less than 3 (three) feet, the path cleared may be only 12 inches in width. When the building in question is a multifamily dwelling the owner or his agent shall be responsible for compliance with the requirements of this section.