Lancashire County Council will grit major roads across Lancaster, Lancashire, on the night of 13 March 2026 to prepare for freezing weather and snow. This work focuses on the busiest routes in the area to help residents and drivers travel more safely during the cold snap.
The decision to send out the gritting teams comes after weather forecasts showed that road surface temperatures will drop below zero degrees Celsius overnight. Along with the freezing temperatures, there is a risk of snow and ice forming on local roads.
According to the Lancashire County Council, the weather is expected to improve by the morning. Temperatures are forecast to rise above freezing by 9:00 AM on 14 March 2026, which should reduce the risk of ice on the roads that have been treated.
Maintenance teams monitor the weather closely and use salt to treat main roads, bus routes, and routes near emergency services. This work is meant to prevent the roads from becoming slippery and dangerous for those who need to travel early in the morning.
People are being encouraged to take extra care if they are driving on smaller roads or side streets that have not been salted. You can find more information about the specific North Lancashire routes being covered on the council’s website.
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