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A Snow Emergency has been officially issued for the City of Fort Wright beginning Sunday, January 5 at 1:00 pm. This Snow Emergency will remain in effect until further notice and is the result of warnings issued by the National Weather Service (NWS). These warnings indicate a high confidence in the arrival of High Impact Winter Weather, defined as a combination of heavy snow, freezing temperatures, and drifting winds that may result in very low visibility, if not white out conditions. Travel is expected to become incredibly difficult this evening and into tomorrow. All vehicles that remain parked on public roadways are at risk of being ticketed or towed. In order to protect your property and our staff we strongly encourage you to comply with this safety measure immediately.
During a Snow Emergency "ON STREET" PARKING is PROHIBITED on ALL STREETS within the community. Vehicles parked on the street pose a hazard to ALL emergency vehicles and their operators. They also delay the timely treatment of roadways impacted by snow and ice. Please take action accordingly and park your vehicles(s) at an OFF STREET location until further notice.
Additionally, Kenton County is currently operating at a Level I snow emergency which means conditions on the roadways are expected to become hazardous with blowing and drifting snow; with roadways, bridges, and overpasses becoming icy due to freezing temperatures.
Winter Weather is expected to continue through Monday, January 6th, 2025. Please exercise caution and don't travel this evening or into the overnight hours unless absolutely necessary.
Fort Wright Public Work Crews will report for duty shortly and will be working continuously throughout the event. With only three full-time employees and some part-time help from other departments, they are responsible for maintaining over 100 streets that amount to nearly 80 miles of roadway including from time to time some very heavily traveled state roads such as KY 17, Highland Pike, and Dixie Highway. Your cooperation in making their job safer, easier, and more efficient is much appreciated!
We recommend that all residents know the risks associated with Severe Winter Weather and have in place winter weather emergency plans. Checks batteries in flashlights, radios, and other devices. Fully charge cell phones. Stock up on water and non-perishable food items. If you have a generator, make sure it is working properly and that you are familiar with using it safely. Be a good neighbor and offer assistance to elderly neighbors and other "at-risk" individuals within your vicinity.
Thank you!
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