SYRACUSE, N.Y. — As winter approaches and temperatures drop below freezing, rock salt becomes a necessity for safety on roads, driveways, and sidewalks. But when and how much should you use to limit ...

When snow is in the forecast, roads are often pre-treated with a layer of salt to prevent the formation of ice. The pretreatment allows the New York State Department of Transportation to use less salt ...

Your browser does not support the video tag. A time-lapse video of ice melt working. These substances help keep roads and paths clear in the winter. Credit ...