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Metro announces service changes in advance of winter storm
WASHINGTON -- Metro has announced several service changes to service ahead of the impending winter storm.
Metrobus
- Will operate on a Moderate Snow Plan
- Metrobus school trips will operate unless school is canceled
- Additional service changes may be necessary on Thursday
MetroAccess
- All MetroAccess paratransit service will be SUSPENDED for Thursday, March 5
- MetroAccess call center is notifying customers with reservations
Metrorail
- All stations will open at 5 a.m. with train service both above- and below-ground
- They will make every effort to maintain service during the storm, but weather-related delays are possible
- Customers should check wmata.com before starting their trip
Metro Snow Prep By the Numbers
- Employees assigned to snow response: 771
- Length of shifts: 12 to 14 hours
- Salt on hand for Metro roadways and parking lots: 2,300 tons
- Deicer for sidewalks, entrances and platforms: 400,000 lbs
- Dump trucks available for plowing: 109
- 4x4 pickups available for plowing and salting: 149
- Snow blowers: 142
- Snow brooms/brushes: 115
- Tractors with blades/spreaders: 93
- Bobcats: 25
- Push salt spreaders: 218
- Snow shovels: 643
- Squeegees: 251
