Middlesbrough’s gritting fleet swung into action at the weekend as the first cold snap of the season made its presence felt on roads and windscreens.
Last year the teams used around 5,500 tonnes of road salt during 75 planned gritting operations.
For the forthcoming winter season 4,000 tonnes are once again available in the barn at Cargo Fleet and, as in previous years, further stocks will be available from Boulby if required.
The gritter fleet remains at seven, with five vehicles for the Priority Routes and two spares on standby to cover breakdowns and maintenance or to provide additional cover in severe conditions.
Salt bins will once again be deployed to ensure minor routes are kept clear, while extra resources will also be made available to ensure town centre roads and pavements remain safe and passable.
Councillor Peter Gavigan, Middlesbrough Council’s Executive member for Environment, said: “Our road network is the lifeblood of the borough, so it’s essential it’s kept clear and safe over the winter months.
“Our brilliant gritting crews have already been in action for the first time this year, and they’ll be on standby around the clock to ensure we’re ready for whatever the weather can throw at us.”
For more information visit www.middlesbrough.gov.uk/winter or follow @MbroCouncil #mbrowinter on Twitter.
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Last year the teams used around 5,500 tonnes of road salt during 75 planned gritting operations.
For the forthcoming winter season 4,000 tonnes are once again available in the barn at Cargo Fleet and, as in previous years, further stocks will be available from Boulby if required.
The gritter fleet remains at seven, with five vehicles for the Priority Routes and two spares on standby to cover breakdowns and maintenance or to provide additional cover in severe conditions.
Salt bins will once again be deployed to ensure minor routes are kept clear, while extra resources will also be made available to ensure town centre roads and pavements remain safe and passable.
Councillor Peter Gavigan, Middlesbrough Council’s Executive member for Environment, said: “Our road network is the lifeblood of the borough, so it’s essential it’s kept clear and safe over the winter months.
“Our brilliant gritting crews have already been in action for the first time this year, and they’ll be on standby around the clock to ensure we’re ready for whatever the weather can throw at us.”
- The popular winter weather feature can be accessed via the home page of the Middlesbrough Council website throughout the winter months, with regular updates on grit stocks, weather forecasts and road conditions.
For more information visit www.middlesbrough.gov.uk/winter or follow @MbroCouncil #mbrowinter on Twitter.
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