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DEALING WITH NARROW WINTER STREETS

Side streets in Minneapolis have been narrowed by snowbanks and parked vehicles, making it difficult or impossible for emergency vehicles and school buses to safely drive.

Factors in winter street access

1. Minneapolis side streets are roughly 32 feet wide but can vary.

2. Parked vehicles can be up to 6 1/2 feet wide.

3. Snowbanks extending past curbs can further narrow the street another 2 to 4 feet.

4. Big vehicles like school buses or emergency vehicles can be 8 to 10 feet wide.

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Mark Boswell