TTC Says They’re Taking ‘Proactive Measures’ To Keep Toronto Moving Ahead Of Heavy Snowfall
Adedokun Waliyu 
The TTC says its prepared to continue “dashing through the snow” as Toronto braces for upwards of 15 centimetres on Monday.
In a news release, the transit commission said they are “taking proactive measures to keep customers and employees safe while delivering as much service as possible.”
They have deployed extra employees and maintenance staff throughout the system to spread salt and clear surfaces of snow, as well as keep signals, switches and overhead power working.
There is also a plan in place to deploy extra buses on a route-by-route basis as needed.
“This strategic measure is aimed at preserving service levels in areas where heavy snowfall or other adverse weather conditions result in significant slowdowns, detours, or disruptions,” read the release.
The TTC said they are also actively monitoring 56 specific bus stops where conditions can get hazardous during storms. Signs have been installed at these stops with information about any service disruptions and the location of the nearest alternate bus stop. A QR code on the signs can be scanned to check whether the stop is in service or affected by weather conditions.
In addition, anti-icing is being sprayed on the entire streetcar overheard network and on the ground at all streetcar, bus and subway divisions. Anti-icing trains are also running to keep the power rail and tracks clear of ice and snow.
“The TTC is committed to providing a safe and reliable service in the most extreme weather, but operations can be impacted by road conditions,” they said.
