What To Expect As Snow Plowing Continues Across Algonquin

ALGONQUIN, IL — Snow Plows on Tuesday were working their way across Algonquin in an effort to clear roadways after snow fell across the region late Monday.

The village took to social media to announce its snow fleet had been out overnight and into morning hours to clear the roadways.

According to the village's website, the fleet plows select bike paths, parking areas and sidewalks adjoining village property.

During and following storms, residents can report snow and ice concerns online using Algonquin Fix It! website, which sends reports directly to plowing teams in the field.

The village also allows residents to use the Algonquin Fix It! app, or to call public works at 847-658-2754, if a mailbox is damaged during plowing. Residents who report damage will receive a letter detailing options for repairing and replacing the box. Temporary mailboxes are also provided if needed, the village said.

According to the village site, residents must have evidence a plow made physical contact with a mailbox. If the box is damaged by snow moved by a plow, the resident will be tasked with replacing the mailbox.

The Illinois Department of Transportation provides a real-time map of roadways and areas impacted by snow. Recent photos of some Algonquin roadways, taken by traffic cameras, show some snow coverage on nearby Randall Road. The map does not estimate any major impacts to roadways.

The DOT considers McHenry County to be "mostly covered with ice or snow," meaning drivers should be cautious when commuting on Tuesday.

Ryan Markham, a public information officer for the village, told Patch commuters should expect to see traffic delays during plowing operations, which are expected to continue throughout the day and into the evening commute.

The National Weather Service predicts snow will continue to fall until around 5 p.m. on Tuesday with accumulations of one to three inches possible. The possibility of snow returns Wednesday morning with a 30 percent likelihood of precipitation before 9 a.m.

Skies are expected to clear out Wednesday evening, according to the NWS. Thursday is forecast to be a sunny day with a high near 21 degrees.

Click here to view the real-time snow impact map.