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FROSTY FALLOUT. With the first winter season snows, icy sidewalks are imminent. However, their typical remedy creates a challenge between safety and our environment.

Melting away: the ecological downfalls of road deicing

Aldegundo Brenneman, Staff Writer December 20, 2023
If using salt on the sidewalk is necessary, consider distributing it sparingly and collecting and reusing the salt left behind when the snow clears.
Driving down Loop 306 just outside of San Angelo, TX during the winter Storm on Feb. 14, 2021.

Texas storm leaves thousands wondering what’s next

Lynn Reynolds, RubicOnline March 3, 2021
The storm that left Texans without power or water for days illustrates how climate change is influencing energy systems.
Ice sculptors work on their pieces during the carnival, allowing anyone to watch the progress of the sculpting.

Winter Carnival provides opportunity to enjoy the (very cold) outdoors

Claire Hallaway, The Rubicon Editor January 24, 2019
The Saint Paul Winter Carnival runs from Jan. 24-Feb. 3 at locations across the city.
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