Prior to the storm, DHS mobilized 20 tree crews and ramped
up contractual resources to deal with damage and clean up.
To help the public during the storm, MCDOT eliminated
parking fees for County parking garages, lots and on-street meters for two
days.
DHS used their Storm Operations Map to provide information
on closed roads. The map was initially
designed to show plowing progress during snow storms and now has been expanded
for use year round. View the map at DHS’ website.
As winter approaches and with it, the threat of snow storms,
MCDOT urges residents to prepare by removing leaves and debris from gutters,
storm drain inlets and catch basins so rainwater or snow melt can easily flow,
reducing possible flooding.
Should there be additional power outages at traffic signals,
motorists are reminded that a new State law requires a driver approaching a
non-functioning traffic signal to treat the intersection as a four-way stop and
yield to any vehicle or pedestrian in the intersection. Violations of the new
law carry a fine of $90 and two points if the offense does not contribute to an
accident. If the violation contributes
to a collision, the fine is $130 and three points.
MC311 operated continuously during the worst part of the
storm. Residents needing information are reminded to contact MC311 by calling
311 (TTY, call 301-251-4850) Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. , or visit MC311’s website
