A practical guide to safer steps in cold weather Winter conditions turn everyday walking surfaces into hazards. Snow, ice, slush, and freezing rain create unpredictable footing, especially in industrial environments where workers move between indoor and outdoor spaces all day. The right footwear makes a major difference in stability, comfort, and injury prevention. Footwear is the foundation of every winter safety program. Even the best de icing plan cannot eliminate all slippery areas, and no worker can avoid outdoor routes entirely. Boots that fit well, support the ankle, and pair correctly […]

A modern look at equipment design, and inclusive protection Women are joining industrial and field based roles in greater numbers than ever before. From construction and utilities to warehousing, transportation, and field service, the workforce is becoming more diverse and more skilled. As this shift continues, one area that has not kept pace is winter safety. Winter hazards do not impact everyone equally. When PPE, footwear, and safety policies are built around a male dominated workforce, women are left with equipment that fits poorly, performs inconsistently, and increases their risk of inju[…]

Lingering snow showers in the Northeast are moving away, making way for a new system originating from Wyoming. This incoming storm is expected to bring a swath of snow down through the Great Lakes and into the Appalachians. In the short term, lake-effect snow continues off Lakes Ontario and Erie, while a band of snow is forecast to track from Chicago and Milwaukee toward central Pennsylvania on Tuesday. Out west, a separate system is delivering heavy snow, measured in feet, to the Sierra Nevada, along with flooding rains in other parts of California. Looking at the long-range outlook, another […]

When ice covers the ground, safety starts underfoot. For many, buying winter walking spikes online seems like a simple task. Yet most products that appear in online search results are designed for casual or recreational use, not for the real-world conditions industrial teams face every winter. At Winter Walking, we have spent more than 40 years designing and manufacturing traction systems that keep workers safe in the world’s toughest environments. Our award-winning ice cleats are trusted across industries because they are engineered, tested, and proven for performance, not just marketed for i[…]

This winter weather forecast for November 10, 2025, presented by meteorologist Henry Margusity, details several active snow-producing systems across the eastern United States and Canada. The primary focus is on significant lake-effect snow developing around the Great Lakes, fueled by cold air moving over the warm lake waters. This setup is expected to create heavy snow bands, with a specific warning for the Buffalo, New York area, which could see heavy accumulation from Tuesday night into Wednesday. Meanwhile, an upper-level system in the Ohio Valley is generating snow showers that could track[…]

Every winter, icy surfaces turn even routine walking into a serious hazard. In industrial settings, those risks multiply. Icy docks, steel steps, and frozen yards can lead to slips, injuries, and costly downtime. The right ice gripper, also known as an ice cleat or traction aid, is more than a convenience. It is a vital piece of personal protective equipment. At Winter Walking, we have spent more than 40 years engineering ice traction solutions that perform where others fail. Through years of field testing, feedback, and material science innovation, we have learned what truly makes an ice grip[…]