High-traffic roads (prioritised)
We give priority to roads with high vehicle traffic.
- Weather alert
- Where we take action
- How we take action
Weather alert
In the event of a snow alert, we prepare to restore vehicle and pedestrian traffic
In the event of weather and snow alerts, we activate all operations for the restoration of vehicle and pedestrian traffic as set out in the operational plan for the snow emergency. In cooperation with the Municipality of Milan, we define the type of operation and timing based on the forecast. We have a dedicated weather forecasting service to take timely action in the event of snow in Milan.
Where we take action
Our salt spreaders and snowploughs take action based on priority
In the event of an emergency, snow clearing operations, using salt spreaders and snowploughs, as well as manual salt spreading and snow removal operations, take place in the following urban areas:
Access to sensitive facilities (prioritised)
We take prompt action on roads that allow sensitive locations to be reached (hospitals, public transport sites, schools, etc.).
Access routes to the city (prioritised)
Pavements in front of public buildings or buildings of public interest
We clean the pavements in front of public buildings or buildings of public interest (hospitals, churches, ATM stops, etc.).
Public markets
We take action to restore the areas designated for public markets.
City parks and public gardens
We take action in the avenues of the city’s public parks and gardens, mainly in avenues leading to activities of public interest.
How we take action
We have a specific plan of action according to different weather conditions
Depending on the weather conditions that occur, we act in different ways:
ICE: Ice on roads
How and where we take action: We deploy salt spreaders in overpasses, subways and flyovers.
What you have to do: Spread anti-slip materials on pavements such as salt, sand or sawdust (*).
(*) Art. 26 and 27 of the Urban Police Regulations and Art. 36 of the Waste Regulations of the Municipality of Milan
PLAN A: Light snow, maximum 5 cm
How and where we take action: We use specialised vehicles and personnel to spread salt on access roads to the city, at pedestrian crossings, in front of schools, hospitals and public transport stops, and subsequently in other areas of the city.
What you have to do: Accumulate snow along the roadside without encroaching on the carriageway and without obstructing drains and roadside gullies (*).
(*) Art. 26 and 27 of the Urban Police Regulations and Art. 36 of the Waste Regulations of the Municipality of Milan
PLAN B: Snow between 5 and 15 cm
How and where we take action: We deploy snowploughs, skid-steer loaders, salt and snow removal personnel and, if necessary, other personnel for emergencies on city access roads, at pedestrian crossings, in front of schools, hospitals and public transport stops, and subsequently in other city areas.
What you have to do: Accumulate snow along the roadside without encroaching on the carriageway and without obstructing drains and roadside gullies (*).
(*) Art. 26 and 27 of the Urban Police Regulations and Art. 36 of the Waste Regulations of the Municipality of Milan
PLAN B: Snow greater than 15 cm
How and where we take action: We deploy snowploughs, skid-steer loaders, salt and snow removal personnel and, if necessary, other personnel for emergencies on city access roads, at pedestrian crossings, in front of schools, hospitals and public transport stops, and subsequently in other city areas.
What you have to do: Avoid snow accumulation on roofs. Remove hanging ice from gutters and eaves.
