Cleveland had a salt mine nearby. Why did the city still run short?
Cleveland experienced salt shortages during a high-demand winter despite having a nearby mine. The city is now increasing its stockpile and storage capacity for future seasons.
Cleveland had about 6,000 tons of salt on hand in January as delayed deliveries and heavy winter demand strained supplies. The city now plans a larger stockpile and more storage for the 2026-27 winter.
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