Road salt keeps Hampton Roads safe, but experts say waterways are especially sensitive

Road salt keeps Hampton Roads safe, but experts say waterways are especially sensitive

Winter road salt helps keep drivers safe, but experts say runoff can threaten Hampton Roads waterways, wetlands, and aquatic life if too much is used.

Road salt remains in waterways months after winter storms, according to new data

Road salt applied in the winter runs off into the groundwater and emerges in surface water streams months later. Advocates say roads can be made safe with less salt. The post Road salt remains in waterways months after winter storms, according to new data appeared first on The Allegheny Front.