TweetWith the forecast calling for temperatures falling into the low 30s and a chance of snow, the Missouri Department of Transportation says its getting ready to send out trucks in Kansas City.
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TweetThe snow emergency is officially over, so we can go back to “normal” parking. In other words, you won’t be ticketed for parking anyplace it is usually legal to park. Here’s more snow-related info from the city: The City’s 311 Call Center will now accept requests for slick spots and missed streets. In residential areas, [...]
TweetThe City of Kansas City Leaf and Brush Drop-off Centers will be open for the next three weekends to allow residents to dispose of woody debris created by this past week’s snowstorms. All drop-off centers will be open on March 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This service [...]
TweetAs you start to dig out from the latest winter storm, you may notice some damage to trees in your yard. The Missouri Department of Conservation says the wet, heavy snow put extra weight on tree limbs and damaged some trees. But, the department advises, if not immediate hazards exist, you might want to take [...]
Tweet For all the hassles it causes, snow sure can be beautiful. Even in Midtown.
TweetHere’s an update on bus service for this afternoon’s rush hour from the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority. Due to improving road conditions, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (ATA) has announced it will provide additional bus service on the routes currently operating beginning at 3 p.m. today. The additional service will help more people [...]
TweetHere’s the latest from news about bus service: Due to poor road conditions the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (ATA) is offering very minimal bus service this morning. At this time, we are encouraging customers to stay home and postpone travel if possible. The roads and sidewalks are dangerous. Snow is continuing to fall and [...]
TweetHere’s the KCPL advisory on downed power lines. The recent run of severe weather has resulted in extensive power outages and downed power lines throughout Kansas City, Mo. Approximately 22,000 Kansas City, Mo., KCP&L customers are currently without power. KCP&L has called in additional personnel and are progressing through restoration. Because of the higher temps [...]
TweetThe latest info on bus routes. Based on current weather predictions for early morning travel, and in support of the City of Kansas City, Mo.’s declared state of emergency, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (ATA) is announcing that it will delay Metro and MAX service on Tuesday, Feb. 26 until 7 a.m. However, the [...]
TweetWith the aproaching snowstorm possibly delayed now until after rush hour, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority says buses will operate normally this afternoon. However, if the weather gets worse this evening, buses may become delayed. “We are encouraging people to reduce unnecessary travel after rush hour. It is our plan and goal to maintain [...]
TweetIf you missed the warnings yesterday, the city has said it will start towing cars that are hindering snow plows today. The city planned to issue a State of Emergency order at 9 a.m. this morning. That will require residents to move their vehicles off of city streets or observe the snow parking practices. Vehicles [...]
TweetWe really regret having to mention this, but the city is issuing another warning about parking on the streets tomorrow, in anticipation of yet another major storm. It’s hard to figure out where all the snow will go, but you’ve probably heard there’s the potential for yet another 6-10 inches. The city says its possible [...]
TweetMayor Sly James has issued a state of emergency for Kansas City through 11:59 m.m. Friday night. That means Phase I and II of the city’s snow ordinance are in effect. Motorists parked on assigned emergency snow routes face the possibility of vehicles being ticketed or towed. Vehicles without adequate tire tread that get stuck [...]
TweetRoanoke Road in the Plaza has been reopened following the massive fire yesterday. The city said at 4 p.m. that Belleview should be reopened by 4:30. The police say the only remaining closure is 48th Street from Jarboe to Roanoke.
TweetThe city says it has already begun treating city streets with a brine solution in an effort to prevent snow from bonding with the roadways overnight. A winter storm that dumped more than a foot of snow on the Rocky Mountains moved into Denver earlier today. It is expected to reach Kansas City overnight and [...]
TweetTemperatures are expected to reach 100 degrees today and stay up there for much of the next week. They city is advising people who don’t have air conditioning or who otherwise need to get a break from the heat to go to a cooling center. The Salvation Army at 500 W. 39th is the closest [...]
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