Baltimore City Department of Transportation

Dec 31

🚶♀️❄️ Icy sidewalks while walking 🥾 Wear boots with rubber or neoprene soles for better grip. 🐧 Do the penguin walk; arms out, body centered over each step. 👣 Take short steps; do the snow shuffle. 🙌 No pockets; keep your hands out to help maintain balance. Sidewalks can be especially slippery...Read more

🚶♀️❄️ Icy sidewalks while walking 🥾 Wear boots with rubber or neoprene soles for better grip. 🐧 Do the penguin walk; arms out, body centered over each step. 👣 Take short steps; do the snow shuffle. 🙌 No pockets; keep your hands out to help maintain balance. Sidewalks can be especially slippery during freezing rain, so take your time and use extra caution. If you encounter icy sidewalks, please report them to 311. @MayorBMScott @BaltimoreCAO

Dec 31

🚲❄️ Icy roads while biking 🧘 Relax; don’t panic. If you hit ice, just coast. Don’t pedal, brake, or turn. 🛞 Lower your tire pressure below the factory standard for better traction. 💺 Lower your bike seat so it’s easier to put your feet down. ⚙️ Ride in low gear; we want you safe. Conditions ca...Read more

🚲❄️ Icy roads while biking 🧘 Relax; don’t panic. If you hit ice, just coast. Don’t pedal, brake, or turn. 🛞 Lower your tire pressure below the factory standard for better traction. 💺 Lower your bike seat so it’s easier to put your feet down. ⚙️ Ride in low gear; we want you safe. Conditions can change quickly during winter weather, so take it slow and use extra caution. If you see icy bike lanes, roads, or sidewalks, please report them to 311. @MayorBMScott @BaltimoreCAO

Dec 31

🧂 Salt boxes help keep some streets passable during winter weather. ⚠️ Some streets are narrow ⛰️ Some streets are steep 🧂 Salt boxes help those streets stay snow free These boxes are placed where salt trucks may have trouble getting through; using them helps improve traction and safety during sn...Read more

🧂 Salt boxes help keep some streets passable during winter weather. ⚠️ Some streets are narrow ⛰️ Some streets are steep 🧂 Salt boxes help those streets stay snow free These boxes are placed where salt trucks may have trouble getting through; using them helps improve traction and safety during snow and ice events. @MayorBMScott @BaltimoreCAO

Dec 31

🌧️❄️ Freezing rain storm warning ⚠️ Be aware of slippery roads; ice may not be visible until it’s too late. 🌉 Bridges and overpasses freeze before roads, so use extra caution. 🐢 Slow down; we want you safe. 🚛 DOT is ready. Our salt trucks are prepped, and crews are standing by to take action to...Read more

🌧️❄️ Freezing rain storm warning ⚠️ Be aware of slippery roads; ice may not be visible until it’s too late. 🌉 Bridges and overpasses freeze before roads, so use extra caution. 🐢 Slow down; we want you safe. 🚛 DOT is ready. Our salt trucks are prepped, and crews are standing by to take action to help keep the city safe. If you encounter icy roads, bike lanes, or sidewalks, please report them to 311. @MayorBMScott @BaltimoreCAO

Dec 31

🌧️ Stay up to date before you head out. Weather conditions can change quickly; checking the forecast before traveling can help you plan ahead and stay safe. Using apps like MyRadar can give you real time weather and radar updates right on your phone. If you encounter icy roads, bike lanes, or side...Read more

🌧️ Stay up to date before you head out. Weather conditions can change quickly; checking the forecast before traveling can help you plan ahead and stay safe. Using apps like MyRadar can give you real time weather and radar updates right on your phone. If you encounter icy roads, bike lanes, or sidewalks, please report them to 311 so our crews can respond. @MayorBMScott @BaltimoreCAO