Here we snow again. Louisville is no stranger to snow storms, but Winter Storm Blair is one for the books.
Here’s what to you need to know about snow days in Derby City, and the resources you need to survive them.
Louisville Metro Snow Team
Louisville has 110 different snow routes. The Louisville Metro Snow Team manages those routes with 300 snow fighters from multiple Metro Government departments.
See where the snow plows have been with the Louisville Metro Snow Map.
Bonus: Learn more facts about the snow team and their colorful plows.
Staying warm
For those that need shelter during cold weather, Louisville has Operation White Flag. It goes into effect when the temperature dips below 35°. Operation White Flag opens shelters at two locations:
As part of Operation White Flag, TARC waives fares for those traveling to these shelters.
Operation White Flag also goes into effect on hot days, where the temperature exceeds 95°.
Neighborhood Places also offer a place to thaw out during normal business hours at eight locations around Derby City, while branches of the Louisville Free Public Library are also open during snow days.
Bonus: Learn how you can help the Wayside Christian Mission throughout the year.
Louisville Gas and Electric
When the weather outside is frightful, the fire is so delightful — but maybe you’d rather just turn the lights on.
The LG&E outage map shows how where and many Louisvillians are without power. You can report an outage here.
TARC
The Transit Authority of River City will post schedule changes and updates online.
School closures
Well, someone has to build all those snowpeople. In the event of winter weather, Jefferson County Public Schools will announce school closures on its website and Instagram.
You can keep up with other school and business closures with our friends at WHAS11.
Prepare your home
Be sure to know what to do to prepare your house for the cold weather, including how to prevent your pipes from freezing.
