According to the Weather Channel snow is likely to continue for the first half of the week so commuters should be prepared for slick conditions and longer commutes.

Mayor Mike McGinn activated Seattle’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) this morning. The EOC will remain open as needed to monitor weather conditions and provide support and coordination with city departments.

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) has 18 trucks out to keep major arterial streets clear. Crews are mostly using granular salt. In spots where there is ice they are using liquid de-icer. Most major arterial streets are bare and wet, including the West Seattle Bridge and the Alaskan Way Viaduct, but many side streets are icy. SDOT crews are currently focused on several trouble spots, including on Capitol Hill where Sunday’s snowfall was heavier.

Drivers should use caution if they must travel this morning.

SDOT’s Winter Weather page includes maps of the City’s snow routes and real-time information on road conditions.

Most of the regional transit agencies are currently running on snow routes and pedestrians should use caution while walking and crossing on icy streets.

It is the responsibility of property owners to keep their sidewalks clear of ice to protect pedestrian safety.

While some roads in Seattle may still be icy, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is advising customers to treat Monday as a normal day for garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste collection. Collections to most business and apartments are also scheduled to occur today.