HAMDEN -- Mayor Scott D. Jackson on Friday announced that the flat roofs of all town and school buildings are being inspected.

The Fire and Building departments began taking measurements of snow accumulations on flat roof buildings across town Friday, and will continue the work today. The inspections will determine what roofs should have snow removal, partial or complete, and a priority list will be developed.

Starting today, snow will be removed from the roof of Hamden Government Center, which contains the town’s emergency operations center. Snow will be removed from other town buildings starting Sunday, Jackson said.

"The word of the day is safety and we are taking action where it is advisable to avoid emergency situations. This plan will also allow us to be proactive in assessing the situation in advance of additional snowfall expected next week," Jackson said.

For more information, contact Curt Balzano Leng, chief administrative officer at 203-287-7100 or cleng@hamden.com.

Leng advises people call 911 for any roof emergency related to their home or business.