News Releases

HAMILTON, ON - With heavy rain, strong winds and possible freezing rain in the forecast this weekend, the City of Hamilton is preparing to respond to potential flooding, downed trees, icy roads or other hazardous conditions. The City is also reminding residents to take steps to prevent flooding in and around their homes, and be cautious around all bodies of water. City crews are working proactively to clear catch basins and inspect flooding hot spots across Hamilton, and the City is providing the following tips for residents to reduce the risk of flooding:

HAMILTON, ON –The McNeilly Rd escarpment access is currently closed in both directions due to falling rocks and debris. City crews are investigating and will be clearing debris. The road will remain closed until further notice. The City thanks motorists for their patience and cooperation as we work to ensure continued public safety along the escarpment roadways.

HAMILTON, ON – The Medical Officer of Health for the City of Hamilton is issuing a Cold Weather Alert effective the early morning hours of February 19, 2019.  A Cold Weather Alert is issued when current or anticipated weather conditions are at or below minus 15 degrees Celsius or minus 20 with wind chill.This alert will remain in effect until a cancellation notice is issued.

With the inclement weather continuing to intensify, and out of concern for resident and employee safety, the City of Hamilton is closing all City administrative offices and facilities as of 1:00 p.m. today. The City will continue to keep residents updated through our website via tweets through @cityofhamilton. For your quick reference,  refer to the webpage capturing these impacts.

HAMILTON, ON - Due to today’s freezing rain conditions, the City of Hamilton is advising residents that waste collection is progressing slower than usual. Residents are asked to be patient as their collection may take place later than normal. If your waste is not collected by 6 pm today, please bring it in and place it back at the curb before 7 am tomorrow. Visit www.hamilton.ca/WasteSchedule to access your pickup schedule or please call 905-546-CITY if you have any questions.

HAMILTON, ON – With the recent onset of extreme freezing temperatures the next few days, there is the chance that Hamilton residents may experience frozen water pipes in their homes. Hamilton Fire Department reminds building owners that the use of electrical equipment to thaw pipes may create fire hazards.

HAMILTON, ON – City of Hamilton crews are continuing to respond and clean up after the winter weather in recent days. Severe conditions caused damage in several areas of the city, and staff are working hard to make repairs at this time. As of this afternoon, winter roads crews are still working to clear ice and snow from residential streets, city-owned sidewalks, school sidewalks and bus stops. Current closures and impacts from the severe weather include:

HAMILTON, ON – City of Hamilton crews are preparing to respond to more winter weather over the coming weekend. With possible freezing rain in the forecast, forestry and roads crews have extra staff on standby to respond quickly as needed. Freezing rain could result in downed trees, slippery driving and power outages.

HAMILTON, ON – Due to recent temperature fluctuations and freeze-thaw cycles, many streets in Hamilton have sustained significant pavement damage and potholes. Roads crews in Hamilton are responding with “all hands on deck” as we attempt to repair damage to the road in several priority areas across the city. The City of Hamilton is providing the following winter driving tips for motorists navigating roads with potholes or other damage: