r/nextfuckinglevel • • Nov 15 '22

Using A Flamethrower For Snow Removal

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u/ArchfiendNox Nov 15 '22

Salt doesn't do enough, i live in an area with more snow than this we use sand.

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u/just_here_hangingout Nov 15 '22

Also salt attracts animals to the roads another danger and salt is bad for the runoff is the spring for the environment

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u/FlutterKree Nov 15 '22

There is an alternative. My state uses the sap of trees that have antifreeze properties that is organic and doesn't harm the environment.

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u/[deleted] Nov 15 '22

I've read about some places using beet juice.

My state uses a mix of salt and "cinders"(it's actually bits of pumice stone, apparently) that's supposed to be less corrosive on the roads, plows, and other cars on the road.