This paper examines two case studies where winter emergencies are averted by early closure of the road to traffic and considers whether these principles are relevant in a wider context. Drawing on case studies on Glenshee and Drumochter Summit in Perthshire, Scotland, the paper looks at situations where winter emergencies can be predicted and appropriate precautions taken. It exmaines the lessons learned, gives useful suggestions on how to deal with other emergencies, and questions whether the public attitude towards travelling in severe winter conditions is a major cause of disruption and whether this attitude can be changed. The paper, by JD Kent, was published in Municipal Engineer 151, December 2002.
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