According to Cargill, salt will still technically melt ice down at -6F, but the "practical working temperature" of salt is considered to be above 15F, or even 20F. There is this "practical working ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. When winter months hit and icy surfaces become a concern, many ...

DEC encourages new Yorkers to minimize the use of rock salt and a few other stories from the Almanack archive.

(WKOW) -- You'll notice that rock salt starts to become ineffective in these frigid temperatures, but why? And why are we advised to carry sandbags and/or cat litter in our vehicles during the winter?

Black salt and rock salt both have their health benefits. Here is why we need them and find out which one is better for you.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Winter weather has a good grasp on Western New York early on in the season. Along with snow, comes ice. Many folks and municipalities are using rock salt to keep sidewalks and roadways ...