Springfield prepares snow plow fleet for winter weather

SPRINGFIELD — Although it’s not even Halloween yet, the city of Springfield is gearing up for winter weather.

The city is preparing its fleet of more than 30 snow plows to be ready for any snow or ice that may come.

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Service Department Director Chris Moore said the goal is to have the trucks equipped to plow the city’s 14 snow routes by Nov. 1.

Mechanics are checking everything from brakes and tires to de-icing equipment, according to a release.

The city said it has more than 3,000 tons of road salt ready to use.

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