With temperatures dropping again and snow possibly on its way, Cornwall Council and Cormac say they have 25 gritters ready and waiting for the call to send them out, spreading salt over 900 miles of Cornwall’s busiest A and B roads.

While salt itself won’t prevent snow settling, it does lower its freezing point, making it more difficult for snow to settle or ice to form.

Highways authorities advise people to monitor your local radio stations, social media and any travel apps on your mobile phones to keep up to date with the latest forecasts, current conditions, and advice.

You can also keep an eye on Cormac’s gritting activities by following @Cormacltd and #CornwallWinter on Twitter.