A powerful storm that moved through the area overnight has left significant impacts throughout the City, including widespread power outages, downed trees, and hazardous travel conditions.
City officials are urging residents to stay off the roads whenever possible as emergency crews continue responding to storm-related incidents. Those who must travel are advised to use extreme caution and remain alert for dangerous conditions.
Traffic signals at numerous intersections are currently out of service or flashing due to power outages. Motorists should treat all affected intersections as four-way stops and proceed carefully. Drivers are also being warned to watch for standing water, fallen trees, debris, and other roadway hazards.
Officials emphasize that residents should stay away from any downed power lines and never attempt to touch them. Every downed line should be treated as energized and potentially deadly. Anyone who encounters a downed power line should immediately call 911 to report it.
Residents are also advised not to drive around barricades or attempt to remove trees or debris from roadways, as these obstacles may conceal additional hazards or create unsafe conditions.
Throughout the night, City crews and emergency responders have been working tirelessly to assess damage, clear hazards, restore access to roadways, and protect public safety. Response efforts remain ongoing as crews work to address storm-related emergencies as quickly as possible.
City officials thank residents for their patience and cooperation and encourage everyone to remain vigilant until conditions improve and critical infrastructure is restored.