Östra Göinge kommun has initiated its annual spring street cleaning operation, with work beginning in week 13 according to local reports. The municipality traditionally removes gravel used during winter months to reduce slipperiness on roads, sidewalks, and bicycle paths. The cleaning operation is scheduled to last approximately one month, with municipal officials determining the start based on when winter weather conditions have ended.
According to Kristianstadsbladet, drizzle rain is considered optimal for the cleaning process as it eliminates the need for water tanks. The timing coincides with similar operations in neighboring municipalities, where cyclists have reported issues with sharp gravel causing bicycle punctures during the winter months. In Sölvesborgs kommun, which began its cleaning on March 16, cyclists have expressed relief at the removal of the problematic gravel, with some reporting repair costs of up to 1,200 kronor due to punctures.