City of Auburn Weather Evening Update, February 11

City of Auburn sent this bulletin at 02/11/2019 07:09 PM PST

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Below is the latest information for Monday, February 11:

  • The latest forecast is showing some slight warming and snow turning to rain.
  • While the snow may experience some melting, overnight freezing temperatures could create icier roads or heavier slush that can be difficult to drive on.
  • Some City operations were interrupted today. Essential staff remain on duty. More information on City services will be updated tomorrow morning as staff assesses safety concerns.
  • Crews continue to deploy all six of the City's snow plow/de-icers trucks plus an additional two sand trucks.
  • Street crews will continue working 24/7 to plow and sand priority routes. 
  • Garbage, recycling and yard waste pick up service has been interrupted. We understand the disruption has been difficult. Customers are reminded that all extra garbage and recycling can be set out when haulers resume service and will be picked up without extra charges. Visit our Solid Waste and Recycling page for more information.
  • The Auburn School District has announced they will be running two hours late tomorrow. Green River College, Dieringer and Sumner-Bonney Lake School Districts have announced they will be closed. 

The latest forecast as announced by the National Weather Service this evening:

  • Tonight: Snow is turning to mainly rain or rain/snow mix south of Everett.
  • Tuesday: Precipitation will become showery. Convergence zone development likely.
  • Tuesday Night/Wednesday: Light, hit/miss showers possible through Wednesday Afternoon. Snow levels will remain low, however, higher hilltops in the lowlands will likely see additional snow accumulation.
  • Wednesday Night/Thursday: Dry and cold Wednesday night into Thursday.
  • Thursday Night-Saturday Night: Next storm system moves through the region. At this time it appears that snow levels will rise to above 1000’ in most areas.
  • Sunday: Drier conditions possible.
  • Monday & Beyond: Additional storm systems likely. They appear slightly warmer than the storms of the recent past.Snow will turn to rain or a mix of rain and snow in the lowlands Seattle southward today with 1-4 inches of snow before precipitation changes. Likely all snow north and mountains with heavy accumulations.

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Remember to keep your pets inside and to check on your neighbors to ensure everyone's safety. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 immediately.