To get all the latest winter maintenance news on weather advice or our daily operations, please follow our one or both of our social media pages:

• BWD Roads – Facebook page
• @BWDWinter – Twitter page.

These pages is kept updated with all news and information on road related matters, including winter maintenance and gritting operations over the winter months.

The pages are kept updated 24/7 for winter maintenance related matters from October to March/April.

• Blackburn with Darwen Council provides a winter service from October through to March.
• Our staff work round the clock during the winter months to keep the roads clear.
• We monitor the weather closely and where temperatures are due to plummet below zero, we spread salt on the roads to prevent ice and snow forming.
• If snow settles, then the ploughs are used to clear the roads.
• Salt bins are also provided at certain locations to assist road users and residents on a self-help basis.