Contact Us2024 January 8-10 Winter Storm
When the snow starts falling, the City of Bettendorf is READY:
January 10 at 11:30am - National Weather Service Storm Summary
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities has issued a summary of the winter storm that occurred from January 8 to January 10. You can view the Storm Summary here.
January 10 at 4:30am - National Weather Service Update
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities released these two updates regarding a period of snow this evening and more snow on Friday, January 12:
January 9 at 9:20pm - Snowplow Day Shift
Our Public Works Crews are working around the clock to remove snow and will keep working until everything is clear. One of their biggest challenges is moving around vehicles parked on streets (see video below). For the full playlist, click here.
January 9 at 8:54pm - National Weather Service Update
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities released this update:
January 9 at 7:57pm - National Weather Service Update
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities issued a Winter Weather Message stating that a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 6am on Wednesday, January 10 and that the snow will gradually end overnight with additional total snow accumulations of 1-3 inches and winds gusting as high as 40mph. You can view the Winter Weather Message here.
January 9 at 5pm - MidAmerican Energy Storm Update
Snow continues to fall and wind speeds have increased, resulting in some power outages impacting Iowa City and the Quad Cities. Crews are on-site and working to resolve any power disruptions as quickly and safely as possible. Line crews and tree crews will continue to work throughout the night as needed to respond to existing and emerging situations.
Following any major storm, it’s important for the public to be aware of the danger posed by fallen power lines. If you see a downed line, always assume it’s energized and don’t approach it. Contact MidAmerican Energy and they will respond to any report of a downed line to ensure it’s safe. For more updates from MidAmerican Energy, click here.
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities released this update:
January 9 at 2:11pm - Road Conditions
According to the National Weather Service of the Quad Cities, heavy snow in Eastern Iowa is causing rapidly deteriorating road conditions and low visibility. Travel is not advised per the Iowa Department of Transportation across portions of Interstate 80, Highway 151, and U.S. 30. Please slow down and take your time if you are traveling this afternoon and evening.
January 9 at 1:16pm - National Weather Service Update
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities issued a Winter Weather Message stating that a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 6am on Wednesday, January 10 and that heavy snow accumulations are still expected with additional total snow accumulations of 3-5 inches and winds gusting as high as 45mph. You can view the Winter Weather Message here.
January 9 at 1pm - MidAmerican Energy Storm Update
MidAmerican Energy plans to hold over some line crews in parts of its service area and has alerted other crews to be on standby overnight should they need to respond quickly to an outage or incident. Additionally, MidAmerican has ensured that there are adequate tree crews staged throughout its service area should they need to activate them. MidAmerican can activate additional contract line crews as needed. For more updates from MidAmerican Energy, click here.
January 9 at 11:10am - Snowplow Ride-AlongOur Assistant City Administrator Jeff Reiter rode with Public Works' Ron Hoffman overnight on January 8 to see what kinds of challenges Public Works Crews face during snow events like this one. For the full playlist, click here.
January 9 at 9:10am - Garbage/Recycling Update
Garbage/Recycling Collection Services are ON SCHEDULE for Tuesday, January 9.
As the snow continues to fall, it may take our Public Works Crews a little longer to get through their garbage/recycling routes today. However, rest assured, if today is your pickup day - your garbage and recycling will be collected! To report missed collections, please call (563) 344-4088 or send an email to pubworks@bettendorf.org.
January 9 at 6:40am - Shovel Smart Reminder for the National Weather Service
January 9 at 4:16am - National Weather Service Update
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities released these two updates:
January 9 at 2:48am - National Weather Service Update
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities issued a Winter Weather Message stating that a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 6am on Wednesday, January 10 and that heavy snow accumulations are still expected with additional total snow accumulations of 6-12 inches. The wind is also expected to pick up with gusts reaching at least 40mph from mid-afternoon through tonight, leading to blowing and drifting snow. You can view the Winter Weather Message here.
January 8 at 10pm - Shift Change
Our Public Works Crews are now working 12-hour shifts to keep up with the snow and remove it as quickly and safely as possible.
January 8 at 9:44pm - City Facility Closures
The Bettendorf Public Library, Family Museum, and the Bettendorf Community Center are CLOSED on Tuesday, January 9th due to the winter storm.
January 8 at 8:41pm - National Weather Service Update
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities issued a Winter Weather Message stating that a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 6am on Wednesday, January 10 and that heavy snow accumulations are expected with total snow accumulations of 7-14 inches. You can view the Winter Weather Message here.
January 8 at 5pm - 3 Things You Can Do
As the snow starts to fall, here are 3 THINGS you can do as we weather the storm together:
- Stay off the road if you can. Not only are we expecting a lot of snow, but a lot of wind that will blow all that snow around. If you do not need to travel, don't!
- Remove snow from fire hydrants, mailboxes, and points of entry into your home in case there's an emergency and police officers, firefighters, or paramedics need to get to you or your family quickly.
- Keep garbage/recycling cans and vehicles off streets and alleys for snowplows, if possible. Our snowplows are operating around the clock to remove snow and will need to make several passes throughout the storm to keep up with all the snowfall.
January 8 at 1pm - MidAmerican Energy Storm Update
MidAmerican Energy plans to hold over some line crews in parts of its service area and has alerted other crews to be on standby overnight should they need to respond quickly to an outage or incident. Additionally, MidAmerican has ensured that there are adequate tree crews staged throughout its service area should they need to activate them. MidAmerican can activate additional contract line crews as needed. For more updates from MidAmerican Energy, click here.
January 8 at 2:43am - Winter Storm Warning IssuedThe National Weather Service of the Quad Cities issued a Winter Storm Warning from 6pm on Monday, January 8 through 6am on Wednesday, January 10. You can view the Winter Storm Warning here.
January 7 at 2:47am - Winter Storm Watch Issued
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities issued a Winter Storm Watch from the evening of Monday, January 8 through the early morning of Wednesday, January 10.