During the winter months, salt and sand applied to our roads,
driveways and sidewalks contribute to lake and stream pollution.
Fifty pounds of salt - one large bag - can pollute 10,000
gallons of water. That's equivalent to one teaspoon of salt in a
five-gallon bucket of water. Many cities and states are working
to reduce salt use while still keeping streets and sidewalks
safe. Using less salt at home will help protect water quality in
your neighborhood - and it will save money, too! - Shovel first.
Clear away as much snow and ice as possible before you use a
deicer. Only use deicers on ice, not snow. - Save your salt.
Read the label and use salt sparingly. Use about 30 percent less
salt by wetting it with some water before applying it to icy
patches. - Protect your plants. Keep salt away from salt-
sensitive plants. Learn more about salt damage to plants at
www.ces.purdue.edu/extmedia/id/id-412-w.pdf - Know your stuff.
There are many types of deicers and they perform differently at
different temperature range