Due to hazardous road conditions across the region following the heavy snowfall from this weekend’s winter weather, the City of Paducah announces that City Hall located at 300 South 5th Street and other city offices will be closed Monday, January 26.
City officials made the decision to close facilities to ensure the safety of employees and residents as crews continue working to clear roadways and intersections. The Public Works Department has been working long shifts in its snow removal operations.
Residents are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel to allow crews to safely and efficiently clear streets and improve driving conditions. If you must travel, please use caution around the snow plows and provide plenty of space for the plow drivers to maneuver.
Due to the need to focus on clearing the roadways, the Public Works Department is postponing solid waste collection that was scheduled for Monday, January 26.
City of Paducah Parks and facilities will remain closed including Noble Park and Oak Grove Cemetery until crews have the opportunity to clear the roadways and assess parks for any damage.
For those who must travel, please review these safety tips.
- Share your travel plans with friends or family.
- Stay up-to-date on the weather forecast and road conditions.
- Pack an emergency supply kit that includes warm clothing, blankets, a flashlight, bottled water, food, jumper cables, and sand.
- Make sure that your vehicle has a full gas tank and bring a fully charged cellphone.
Please prepare for the cold temperatures by dressing in layers. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning until Tuesday morning as wind chills are expected to be below zero.
On Friday, January 23, Mayor George Bray issued a Declaration of a Local State of Emergency for Paducah.
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