Snow emergency for Philadelphia ends, but work to clear roads continues

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The snow emergency declared Sunday night for the City of Philadelphia is over.

City officials say the declaration expired at 10 a.m. Monday.

This means that vehicles can once again park on Snow Emergency routes.

If your vehicle was towed or relocated during the Snow Emergency, you call 215-686-SNOW (7669), and press option 4, to find it. Do not call 911.

The city provided the following updates Monday morning:

-The Department of Streets continues its snow operations and crews are working to make all primary and secondary streets passable.

-They are competing with icy conditions due to the frigid temperatures. Crews will continue treating the roads throughout the day.

-They will remain on-duty overnight to monitor roadways and respond to problem locations and emergencies.

-The City asks for residents' patience as crews continue to treat roads.

Reminders for residents

-Do not shovel or plow snow into the street. This practice is illegal, unsafe and hinders snow operations. The penalty for violating this can range from $50 to $300 for each violation.

-Keep fire hydrants clear. Shovel 36 - 60 inches around your block's hydrant so firefighters can gain access safely during an emergency response.

-Clear a sidewalk path at least 36 inches wide within six hours of the end of the storm.

-Clear snow from neighborhood sewer drains to allow melting snow to drain.

-Motorists should allow extra time, exercise patience, and maintain safe driving distances.

-If you see a chance to help your neighbor, either with shoveling or other tasks, please be kind and do so.