David Osgood, crew leader of the public works dept., mixes road salt, Monday, March 12, 2018, in Freeport, Maine. Much of the Northeast is bracing for blizzard conditions, a foot or more of snow and ...

WASHINGTON — When snow arrives alongside freezing temperatures, salt plays a key role in keeping roads clear and ensuring safe travel. However, over time it can cause damage. Salt is widely used to de ...

When snow is in the forecast, roads are often pre-treated with a layer of salt to prevent the formation of ice.

If you've spent a winter in Wisconsin, you know the routine. The temperature drops, ice starts forming on the pavement, you head out with a grumble, sprinkle some salt, and get on your way, hoping the ...

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BUFFALO, N.Y. — With more wintry weather on the way, local highway departments will now have more road salt to make the situation safer for drivers. 2 on Your Side spoke with a top Erie County ...

This article is part of The State of Science, a series featuring science stories from public radio stations across the United States. This story, by Madeline Heim, was originally published by the ...

In the midst of a national shortage of road salt, some local officials say their towns are stocked up, while others with dwindling supplies anxiously await deliveries. “We are aware of a national road ...

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MADISON, Wis. – A local business owner is calling on the City of Madison to add the road in front of her trucking company to their salt route after traffic increased in the area. The city’s streets ...