Last night our neighboring counties got a taste of the snow we may be getting tonight. Weather forecasts predict a snow storm and the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is gearing up. Ten snow plows will hit the streets in the north sector of Seattle and eight plows will move into action in the south sector. Starting at 9 a.m., SDOT will go into a full 24-hour response plan to keep roads open, buses moving and critical emergency services accessible.

The response plan calls for deploying 30 trucks with plows, which will be prepositioned throughout the city in key locations such as elevated structures and certain trouble spots on major arterials. SDOT started pre-treating major roadways with salt brine this afternoon in preparation for the storm.

Motorists are advised to use caution and check on current traffic conditions and roadway images on SDOT’s Traveler’s Map at: http://web5.seattle.gov/travelers/.

If you're commuting by bus, check the timetables at www.kingcounty.gov/metro for delays and snow route maps.

As a reminder, property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks adjacent to their properties after a snowstorm. SDOT encourages residents and businesses to have snow shovels and materials on-hand to keep walkways clear and safe for pedestrians.