Tyler Prepared For Freezing Temperatures

TYLER — The City of Tyler Streets Department is advising residents and businesses to turn off any irrigation and sprinkler equipment that could potentially reach streets and sidewalks in response to the continuing freezing conditions. “We have had several incidents in the past where sprinklers have moistened adjacent roadways causing ice to form and creating hazardous driving conditions,” commented Public Works Director Greg Morgan. “We recommend shutting these systems down until the freezing conditions have passed.”

In response to the freezing weather, the City of Tyler has taken the following
steps to prepare:
*Sand trucks have been fully loaded and stand ready should icy conditions manifest. However, the Police Department advises to avoid the following areas should the temperature fall below freezing: Beckham Street Overpass near Gentry Parkway, Fifth Street Overpass near Beckham, Fleischel and Saunders Overpass, Shiloh Road east of Paluxy (sloping road), and Loop 49 at overpasses;
*City crews will be on standby should sanding be needed;
*Sprinklers in the median flower beds have been turned off to prevent ice from forming on the streets;
*The airport has completed all winter storm preparation procedures, including ensuring that de-icing material is available, checking all generators to confirm they are operational, preparing sidewalk cleaning equipment and materials, and readying tractors for quick response. Airport employees will be on call. Travelers are urged to check the City web page at http://www.cityoftyler.org for the latest flight information;
*In the event of extreme weather, Transit service may be briefly postponed or cancelled. Check the City web page for the latest information; and Residents are strongly urged to stay indoors during icy conditions and limit unnecessary driving.