Downed power lines and trees have caused at least two road closures in Issaquah so far Thursday, including a part of SR 900 from Talus Drive and south to the city limits.
The city also closed Southeast 56th Street from 229th Avenue Southeast to East Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast, because of downed power lines.
Road crews are working around the clock to clear the roads of the freezing rain and snow from the roads, but weather reports aren’t calling for enough rain to melt away the mess until Friday. Snow is in the forecast again for Thursday night.
The city also announced a number of closures, including non-essential personnel at City Hall. Closures include the Julius Boehm Pool, Community Center, Passport Office and Permit Center.
All trash pickup has been canceled for the day. Those who got missed this week can double up their load next week for no extra cost.
This storm has caused downed trees and power outages. Puget Sound Energy customers can call an automated phone system at 1-888-225-5773 to report power outages and hear about service updates.
Weather report from the National Weather Service for Issaquah:
Today: A chance of rain before 4pm, then snow likely, possibly mixed with rain. Snow level 600 feet. Cloudy, with a high near 38. East northeast wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
Tonight: Rain and snow likely, becoming all rain after 10pm. Snow level 300 feet rising to 1000 feet. Cloudy, with a low around 32. South wind between 11 and 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70 percent. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
Friday: Rain. High near 46. South wind between 11 and 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent.
Friday Night: Rain. Low around 40. South southeast wind between 14 and 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100 percent.