Erie County modifies road treatment plans because of cold temperatures

CLARENCE, N.Y. (WIVB) —Temperatures the past two weeks have been well below average. Most recently, the below zero thermometer readings have caused Erie County employees to rethink their road treatment plans. During a normal winter, Erie County is equipped with more than enough salt to handle all 5 zones.
This year, with the unexpected cold snap, they’ve already placed a second order for more. But why are they going through so much?
Charles Sickler, Deputy Commissioner of Highways in