Ahead of predicted winter weather, the Memphis Police Department wants the public to be informed, prepared, and safe.

During inclement weather, MPD may activate its Inclement Weather Policy to help manage call volume and prioritize emergency responses.

When this policy is activated, MPD will issue alerts on our official social media platforms to notify the public. Additional updates will be shared when the policy is deactivated and normal operations resume.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed, limit travel when possible, and understand what steps to take if they are involved in a crash during winter weather conditions.

What is the Memphis Police Department Inclement Weather Policy?

If you have been involved in a crash and there are no injuries, drinking or drugs involved and no wreckers are needed on the scene, the drivers should exchange names, addresses, phone numbers, insurance information and tag numbers of the vehicles involved and both drivers should arrange a time to meet at the nearest Memphis Police Department Precinct or report to the Memphis Police Department Traffic Office located at 3430 Austin Peay. Drivers should bring with them their vehicles, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration to file the crash report within ten (10) working days.

This policy allows officers to remain available for higher-priority calls while still ensuring crash reports are properly documented.

The Memphis Police Department encourages everyone to slow down, drive cautiously, and plan ahead during winter weather events. For the latest updates, including policy activation and deactivation notices, follow MPD on official social media channels and visit our website.