When winter arrives, ice becomes a common problem. To tackle this, people often use ice melts. Two popular choices are calcium chloride and sodium chloride. Both work by lowering water's freezing point, but they do so in different ways. Sodium chloride, or rock salt, is widely used. It disrupts the hexagonal structure of ice, preventing it from forming. However, it'...
Across the country, states are using artificial intelligence to tackle road safety issues. This tech helps spot problems like potholes and damaged guardrails, making repairs faster and more efficient. In Hawaii, officials are giving away free dashboard cameras to drivers. These cameras use AI to check guardrails, road signs, and pavement markings. The goal is to red...
A tragic accident happened on a Tuesday morning in Castaic. A man lost his life in a collision involving two vehicles. This incident occurred just after the first big rain of the fall season in the Santa Clarita Valley. Authorities are advising everyone to be extra careful while driving in wet conditions. The crash took place on Highway 126, near a recreational vehi...
Spain is witnessing a growing number of cyclists, but is the infrastructure ready for this change? This is a hot topic, and the main concern is whether bikes and cars can coexist safely on the roads. Looking at the facts, a recent study looked at 50 areas in Spain over ten years. The findings show that safety is not up to par when bikes and cars share the same space...
Imagine this: you're on the road, and suddenly, everything comes to a halt. Traffic jams are everywhere, and they're not just annoying—they can make drivers act in ways that put everyone at risk. When drivers are stuck in traffic, they often feel frustrated and angry. This frustration can lead to aggressive driving, especially when they're trying to get out of or bac...
North Texas residents might face a slippery situation on Tuesday. The weather service predicts light freezing rain in the afternoon and evening. This could make roads especially tricky, particularly around 6 p. m. in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The good news? The ice buildup isn't expected to be too heavy. The bad news? It can still be super dangerous. Why? ...
When the cold weather hits Illinois, it's not uncommon to see roads covered in salt, but sometimes, this salt doesn't do much to prevent icy conditions. Why does this happen? It's all about the science behind salt and ice. The key to understanding this is knowing that salt works by lowering the freezing point of water. However, when temperatures drop below 25 deg...
A new round of wintry weather is set to hit Minnesota on Wednesday. The National Weather Service predicts that areas north of I-94 might see a good 2 inches of snow or more. This storm could make roads slippery all over the area, thanks to a mix of precipitation. Snow lovers might be excited, but drivers should be cautious. The weather this week has been calm, but t...
Orangeburg County is getting ready for some chilly weather this week. Officials are already planning how to keep the roads safe. Billy Staley, the head of Orangeburg County Emergency Services, said that the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is helping out. They're working together to get the roads ready before the cold hits. “We might have some tro...
Winter has hit Northeast Ohio hard, turning roads into slippery obstacles. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is working tirelessly, with crews on 12-hour shifts, to clear the ice and snow. Even so, keeping up with the heavy snowfall is tough. ODOT's Amanda McFarland explained that despite complaints, crews were out in full force. “When snow falls this fas...