More than 1200 tons of salt used to help keep North Lincolnshire roads safe

Last week saw our winter service team battle with the consistent freezing temperatures, which in some areas reached as low as -8 degrees.

Our fleet of 10 gritters – that are on standby 24-hours a day, seven days a week – took to the roads to help keep motorists safe every day throughout the week and will continue to do so as long as is needed.

In excess of 1,200 tons of salt was used on precautionary routes, secondary routes, critical assets and salt bin replenishment.

More than 600 miles of road are treated – more than the national average – with priority given to main roads, routes to hospitals and emergency service stations, selected hills and more.

Cllr Tim Mitchell, cabinet member for connectivity, said: “The winter service crew is always ready to patrol North Lincolnshire’s roads, battling the cold temperatures mainly through the night and early morning ready for when everyone wakes up.

“The team do an outstanding job in protecting residents in North Lincolnshire, which is often a relentless task when the freezing temperatures hit. Motorists are encouraged to drive to the conditions, be prepared and factor in extra time for journeys in order to help the gritter drivers in keeping the roads safe.”