![]() ![]() How Will I Know If A Snow Emergency Has Been Declared? Please sign up for Delco Alert to ensure that you are notified when a Snow Emergency is declared. The factors that will be taken into consideration for the declaration of a snow emergency are: the severity of the storm, ice, forecasted conditions, information received from the Upper Darby Police Department, and the Governor's declaration of a State Snow Emergency. At that time, a determination will be made by the mayor of Upper Darby Township to declare a "Snow Emergency" for the Township. ![]() What is a Snow Emergency? There may be times when the falling and accumulation of snow and ice upon the streets of Upper Darby Township constitutes a significant danger to the safety and well being of residents and/or people traveling within the Township. Please clear sidewalks within 24 hours of snow accumulation.Please do NOT shovel snow into the streets. ![]() If possible, park cars in driveways or garages.Our staff monitor the weather very closely and utilize a professional weather service with provides detailed information regarding surface temperatures and the best times to brine, salt, or plow. Some snow and slush may remain on the road surface, especially if the snow is light and powdery and there is low likelihood that the snow will refreeze. It is important to note that streets may not always be cleared to blacktop. Our crews utilize up to 22 plows along with brine and salt to prepare roads for travel during and after a winter snow event. Upper Darby Public Works crews work very hard to keep roads clear of ice and snow and respond to hazards during winter storms. ![]()
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