Governor of St. Petersburg Alexander Beglov informedthat the city cannot afford to refuse both anti-icing mixtures and their component – salt. Mr. Beglov reminded that salt is not used in parks and gardens.
He stated this during a direct line with the townspeople. Petersburgers asked the governor a question about the quality of anti-icing mixtures, as well as the need for their use.
“Salt is the main component of any anti-icing mixtures. It is applied all over the world, reminded Alexander Beglov. The issue of winter street cleaning is related to the safety of St. Petersburg residents – the city cannot refuse materials against ice, Mr. Beglov noted, emphasizing that each batch of anti-icer is checked.
Governor also informedthat in St. Petersburg from January 1, the transition to a new model of cleaning streets and courtyards began.
Petersburgers were perplexed about the use of salt already in early December 2022 – so “in advance”. Now road companies often use pure salt, because it works better in these weather conditions, the city authorities commented at the time. Salt is used because of its economy and safety for people, reported Fontanka.ru on the beautification committee.