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Winter brings a never-melting coat of ice and snow to Northern Wisconsin, and many people turn to salt as a solution to slippery sidewalks and roads.
But Suzan Limberg from the Wisconsin DNR says using too much salt can do more harm than good.
“Once it gets excessive, it’s not good for our roads or other infrastructure or our environment,” she said.
Limberg said only a teaspoon of salt is enough to pollute five gallons of water.
And once salt gets into the environment, it’s hard to get rid of.
That can be especially bad for Northwoods’ lakes.
Antigo Times The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Reminds Wisconsinites to Reduce Salt Use this Winter
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While salt keeps Wisconsin roads safe during winter, using more than needed comes with a hefty price. / Photo Credit: iStock/Михаил Руденко
Chlorides Impact Our Environment, Economy And Infrastructure
FROM THE WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
MADISON, Wis. – Reduce salt usage this winter and help improve Wisconsin’s freshwater ecosystems. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Salt Wise remind Wisconsin residents of the negative impacts of chlorides and best practices for responsible salt use during Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week, Jan. 11-15, 2021.
Throughout the week, Wisconsin Salt Wise will host daily livestreams on YouTube from 12:30-1 p.m., featuring experts on topics ranging from lake science to water softeners. Additionally, property managers can attend a v