KREM Local News
Snow Bound: Region digs out from latest storm
08:48 PM PST on Friday, February 1, 2008
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More snow is expected today, with an inch or two of accumulation possible. There's a chance for some flurries this weekend as well.
Friday, there were still reports of drifting and blowing snow, especially in Northern Idaho, where the blowing snow was actually blamed for some school closures.
Despite around-the-clock plowing efforts, roads are still covered from two major winter storms to hit the Inland Northwest. The latest officially dumped 6.8 inches of snow at Spokane International Airport.
However, areas on the Palouse received much more-- including an unofficial report of 17 inches in Deary, ID.
Snow-filled backyard in Tensed, Idaho.
However, as temperatures start to rise above freezing there's a new concern: urban flooding. Several low-lying intersections across the city were covered by standing water.
The City of Spokane has dozens of snow plows and graders working to clear the streets, according to Mayor Mary Verner.
Verner held a news conference Thursday evening to praise city residents and street crews for their patience and hard work this week.
Officially, last month will go down as the fourth snowiest January in Spokane history. More than 40 inches fell at the airport. The total for the season so far is 63 inches.
If you see wintry weather in your area and can safely take pictures, send them to pics@krem.com
Here are some important phone numbers for you:
* Downed power lines and outages:
Avista: 1-800-227-9187
Inland Power: 1-877-6-outage
Kootenai Electric: 1-877-744-1055
Northern Light: 1-800-326-9594
City of Spokane plow hotline: 456-2666
Coeur d'Alene snow removal: (208) 769-2233
Help with snow shoveling (for disabled or low-income residents only): 477-3600
Spokane County Phone Bank (Non-Emergency): (509) 477-2304
Emergencies: 911
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