From Derby Police Department Facebook page:
Snow is expected tomorrow (WED 07 MAR) starting early in the morning and increasing throughout the day.
This is expected to be a “heavy” snow (weight-wise) with high wind gusts, which could increase the potential for downed trees/power lines and resulting power outages. Please prepare accordingly.
If you encounter any power outages please contact your local utility provider, not 911. The UI Co. can be reached at (800) 722-5584.
The following are some friendly snow-related tips and reminders:
Derby Winter Parking Ban is still in effect – parking is only allowed on the ODD side of the streets. You risk being ticketed and towed if plow vehicles cannot get through and adequately clear the roadway. Per Mayor Dziekan's office, FREE PARKING is available at the parking garage downtown Tuesday into Wednesday for anyone who wants to get their vehicle off the street.
Local ordinance requires that all homeowners/ businesses remove snow and ice from their sidewalks. Please be courteous to those that must travel by foot by making the sidewalks passable. You are also prohibited from throwing/shoveling the snow into the roadway. Both of these actions subject you to a $75 fine.
If you must travel, please exercise caution! Allow yourself plenty of time to get to your destinations and always keep extra distance between yourself and other vehicles as stopping distances will be increased due to slippery road surfaces.
Lastly, please remove ALL snow and ice from your entire vehicle (hood, trunk, and roof) before heading out. Operating an igloo that poses a threat to other drivers is a violation of Connecticut General Statute and is a $120 infraction.
The fine increases to $200 and above if snow/ice becomes dislodged and causes damage to other vehicles.
Please Drive Safe and Smart If You Must Travel!
