New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency due to a nationwide road salt shortage affecting the state. The prolonged cold weather has led to high demand for rock salt, causing supplies to dwindle.
The situation is severe enough that one resident in Upstate New York reported finding no rock salt at 15 local businesses. To combat this, Governor Hochul issued an executive order, declaring a state of emergency to facilitate emergency road salt deliveries.
The governor’s declaration waives “hours of service” requirements for truck drivers to ensure they can transport essential supplies to keep roads safe. Residents are urged to exercise caution while traveling during extreme weather conditions.
As the situation continues to unfold, New Yorkers are advised to stay informed about local forecasts and be prepared for further measures to address the shortage.
Source: https://hudsonvalleypost.com/state-of-emergency-issued-as-nationwide-shortage-hits-new-york