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Why People Underestimate Ice Risks – And How to Change That
Ice can be a huge risk to people during the winter seasons. It is formed at temperatures below 0°c, where liquid water freezes and turns into a solid. To stop ice forming on outdoor surfaces we use grit! The grit salt lowers the freezing point of the water,...
Preparing for Next Winter: An Inside Look at Lincolnshire Gritters
When winter blankets Lincolnshire with snow and ice, it's the hardworking gritters that keep our county moving. It's a daunting task, but our fleet is always ready. But what happens during the off-season? Let's take a closer look at the year-round preparations that...
Lincolnshire Gritters: Our 23/24 Season Recap
We're saying goodbye to the 2023-24 winter season, and our team is taking a moment to look back on the ups and downs, the wins and how we've all kept going strong. It's been a crazy season, testing our resilience in so many ways, with wild weather patterns like we've...
Understanding Gritting: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
Even though winter's cold breezes and frosty mornings feel like a distant memory now we're in April, it's never too early to chat about the vital work gritting teams do to get ready for the icy challenges that lie ahead. Gritters play a vital role in ensuring...