Pittsburgh Regional Transit Deploys Plows and Dump Trucks to Clear Snow

PRT aims to restore normal service by focusing on problem areas across the region.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:15am

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) announced it will be deploying a fleet of snow plows and dump trucks to help clear roads and problem areas in an effort to restore normal service. The agency is focusing on specific locations where buses have been experiencing difficulties, including Bon Air, Brookline, Hill District, North Side, Greenfield, Homewood, Lincoln Park, Polish Hill, and Fineview.

Why it matters

After a major winter storm, it's critical for public transit agencies like PRT to quickly restore service to ensure residents can access essential destinations. PRT's proactive approach to clearing snow from bus routes and park-and-ride lots will improve accessibility and reliability for riders across the Pittsburgh region.

The details

Starting on Wednesday night, PRT deployed pickup trucks with snow plows, dump trucks, and other resources to the places where buses have been experiencing difficulties. The agency is focusing on clearing snow from busways and park-and-ride lots, with crews prioritizing areas where snow buildup impacts boarding, accessibility, and service reliability. On Thursday and Friday, if needed, PRT crews will work on clearing the Pittsburgh Central Business District.

  • On Wednesday night, PRT began deploying snow plows and dump trucks.
  • On Thursday and Friday, PRT crews will work on clearing the Pittsburgh Central Business District if needed.

The players

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)

The public transit agency serving the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

Don Rivetti

PRT's chief maintenance officer.

Sara Innamorato

Allegheny County Executive.

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What they’re saying

“While overall conditions are improving, some parts of the system are still impacted. This approach allows us to focus on specific locations that continue to affect bus operations and access to stops, and to do our part as a good neighbor in the communities we serve.”

— Don Rivetti, PRT's chief maintenance officer (cbsnews.com)

“When challenges linger after a storm, it's important that we work together to support residents. PRT's efforts are helping improve access for riders and neighborhoods across the county.”

— Sara Innamorato, Allegheny County Executive (cbsnews.com)

What’s next

PRT is continuing to coordinate with multiple partners as they monitor weather and road conditions throughout their service area.

The takeaway

PRT's proactive approach to clearing snow from bus routes and park-and-ride lots demonstrates the agency's commitment to ensuring reliable and accessible public transit service for residents across the Pittsburgh region, even in the face of challenging winter weather conditions.