The City of Carmel works hard to provide timely and accurate information to its residents and visitors regarding severe weather and snow removal throughout the winter season.

The Carmel Street Department has a fleet of 90 salt trucks and plows ready to battle the elements and keep our city streets safe.

The general threshold to trigger a city-wide plow is three inches. Once the heavy snow stops, main thoroughfares and secondary streets will be cleared and safe for travel. An all-city plow will then begin, including all neighborhood streets. Residents are advised to stay off the roads during the heavy snow fall and then afterward, be patient and allow for plenty of travel space while the snowplows are clearing the main thoroughfares. Paths and trails will be cleared in the days that follow once roads are cleared.

The city’s public safety leaders regularly work with county officials to ensure emergency services continue to operate throughout anticipated severe weather. 

Updates related to street conditions and other storm-related matters will be posted on city social media pages.

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City of Carmel
Carmel Street Department
Hamilton County Emergency Management
Carmel Fire Department
Carmel Police Department

WARMING CENTERS

Area churches are offering access for those in need during extreme cold weather. The designated centers will be open during standard business hours, allowing those in need to warm up for a short period of time and make arrangements for other services and accommodations. Please see list below (this will be updated as more are needed if necessary).

• Northview Church
• College Park Church

MAILBOX OR LAWN DAMAGE

If your mailbox or lawn is damaged by a City of Carmel plow, please email Street@carmel.in.gov with your name, address, phone number and a brief description of the damage. A service request will be written for repairs. You may also choose to call (317) 733-2001, but please be patient since call volume is anticipated to be heavy.

CLEARING SIDEWALKS

Residents, property and business owners are reminded that it is their responsibility to clear their sidewalks after a snow event, particularly those near schools. Not everyone is able to shovel snow safely. Please be aware of neighbors who are elderly and physically unable to shovel or plow and help them clear their driveways and sidewalks if possible.

AVOIDING FROZEN PIPES

Prior to a severe winter storm, it is a good idea to locate your water main shut-off valve. Should a pipe freeze or break, turn off the water immediately. Residents are encouraged to insulate exposed pipes, particularly in unheated areas like attics and basements, keep the thermostat set to a consistent temperature above 55°F, open cabinet doors under sinks where pipes are located, let faucets drip slightly during cold weather and drain outdoor hoses and faucets before freezing temperatures arrive.