Amman municipality ‘on alert’ for possible snow

AMMAN — The Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) announced on Sunday a state of “maximum” alert in preparation for an expected snowstorm.

GAM Deputy Mayor Yousef Shawarbeh noted that municipality personnel will work around-the-clock this week.

GAM will deal with the expected weather conditions, especially snowfall, via four operations centres in Jbeiha, King Hussein Park, Muhajireen and Ras Al Ain, in addition to the main operations room in Tlaa Al Ali, he added.

GAM will give priority in snow clearance to roads leading to hospitals and health centres, according to Shawarbeh, who noted that in case of emergencies, the capital’s residents can call the following numbers: 06/5359970, 06/5359971 or 0798166789.