More wintry weather is on the way for Metro Vancouver
More wintry weather is on the way for Metro Vancouver
It’s snow joke folks — the forecast is calling for more of the white stuff this week and into next. We’re diligently working behind the scenes and on the front lines to ensure that our entire operations are as prepared as can be for the impending snowfall.
When snow starts to fall, Transit Supervisors play a crucial role in overall transit operations. A valuable mobile resource for bus operators, Transit Supervisors are in the know about problem areas and ensure they stay accessible as long as possible. When buses get stuck, and unfortunately they will during extreme weather, it’s the Transit Supervisors that help to dig them out.
Safety is a priority for Transit Supervisors, as they work to keep our property well plowed and salted to help minimize the risk of falls and injury, often doing the work themselves. Many stay well past the end of their shift, working in sub-zero temperatures to make sure that customers are able to safely get to where they need to go. We are committed to keeping walkways on our properties clear, however if you do notice an area requiring attention, or are unsure who is responsible for an area, please tweet us @TransLink , or contact Customer Information at 604-953-3333.
Check out our posts from earlier this season with some excellent transit tips to manage inclement weather, as well as an in depth look at 6 things TransLink is doing to prepare for more wintry weather.
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Are you ready for the snow?
Author: Sarah Kertcher
For me it’s a mix:
If the weather isn’t looking so good, I check the alerts page first and ask @translink about any issues with any bus that I’m looking to get.
Before I go, or when I’m at the stop, I use Citymapper or Transit for real-time, and TransitDB for schedules.
At that point if a bus is missing and my real-time apps aren’t helping much, I ask @translink for an update.