Season's grittings from Middlesbrough Council...
Middlesbrough’s gritting fleet is ready for action ahead of the first cold snap of the season.
Last year the teams used around 4,500 tonnes of road salt during 56 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 is currently at six, with five vehicles for the Priority Routes and one spare 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: “Every year our brilliant gritting crews keep our vital road network clear and safe over the winter months.
“October and November are currently looking warmer than the average for this time of year, but they’ll be on standby around the clock to ensure we’re ready for whatever the weather can throw at us.”