- Neighborhood snow plow and salt truck companies are preparing for the winter storm coming this weekend
- On average, this neighborhood snow removal company goes through 4 tons of salt per storm
- Watch to learn more about how Kanazeh Lawn Service keeps commercial and residential properties snow-free
(The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story)
Large amounts of snow hitting Lansing might put a damper on your weekend plans. But don't get salty. Salt trucks like this one are gearing up for the storm.
"There's a lot of variables that go into play with a snowstorm coming in," said Shafeek Kanazeh.
Shafeek Kanazeh opened Kanazeh Lawn Service twelve years ago, offering commercial and residential services to the Mid-Michigan community. And now he's prepping his salt trucks in the calm before the storm.
"We're always checking our equipment, always making sure everything is ready to go. Any last-minute repairs on our administrative side. Jerry-Anne runs our office. She's going to make sure our routes are up to date," said Kanazek, "We probably go through maybe 3-4 tons of salt."
To put that in perspective, that's the weight of an average female African elephant! For storms like these, Kanazeh says, he brings on extra staff to help meet the needs of our Lansing neighbors.
"We could be plowing for 24 hours straight," said Kanazeh.
But no matter how much you prepare, you can't control the snow.
"Well, that's the fun part about snow; it could be 3 in the morning it could be 3 in the afternoon," said Kanazeh
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