Gritters Prepare for Winter Across the UK

As winter approaches, various councils across the UK are mobilizing their gritting fleets to ensure road safety amid dropping temperatures. West Berkshire Council has prepared its nine-gritter fleet with 2,500 tonnes of salt, while Surrey County Council has ready 39 vehicles and 10,000 tonnes of salt. Warwickshire County Council is deploying its gritters in response to forecasts of road surface temperatures plummeting to -3.3C. Plymouth Highways plans to start gritting primary routes at 8pm in light of a cold weather alert, and Island Roads is also set for its first gritting run of the season tonight. Each council emphasizes the importance of taking extra care on untreated roads during icy conditions. These winter preparations reflect a broader commitment across councils to enhance road safety amid challenging weather conditions.