Blizzard Response

What This Service Involves

Blizzards are uncommon around Seattle and Tacoma, but when Fraser outflow winds and Arctic air collide they can bury the region in wind-driven snow within hours. We stage plow trucks and operators ahead of the forecast so response begins the moment accumulation starts rather than after roads become impassable. During the storm we run continuous clearing passes to fight drifting and prevent snow from bonding to cold pavement. Once conditions ease, we complete a full cleanup and apply traction material so your site is usable before the next commute.

Benefits

Crews pre-staged before the storm hits; Continuous passes prevent deep, drifted accumulation; Reduced liability from a clearly maintained property; Faster return to normal operations after the event; Local operators who understand Puget Sound storm patterns

Our Process

1) Monitor NWS and mountain forecasts and stage equipment; 2) Begin clearing as accumulation starts to prevent bonding; 3) Run repeated passes through the storm to manage drifts; 4) Complete final cleanup and apply traction material once snow ends

What Affects the Cost

Total accumulation depth and storm duration; Property size and number of clearing zones; Wind drifting that requires repeat visits; Deicing and sand volume needed for traction; After-hours and overnight mobilization

Best Time of Year

Blizzard conditions in Western Washington cluster in the coldest stretches of December through February, so arrangements are best confirmed in early fall.