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Environmental Effects of Salt
While it is possible for salt levels to stabilize in freshwater systems, this will take decades of stabilized and reduced road salt usage. This problem will only grow more difficult to fix if action is not taken.
How Salt Gets in the Environment
Human inputs of salt increase concentrations far beyond naturally occurring levels, threatening ecosystem balance. While salt can enter the environment through many different activities, road salt usage is the most significant contributor to salt pollution.
How Salty is Maryland?
The Potomac River, which supplies drinking water to more than 5 million people, is three times saltier than 30 years ago. It is crucial that we halt this trend before more people lose access to safe drinking water.
Salt in Maryland Waterways
We must address salt pollution to protect both human and environmental health.
Important dates for Virginia elections!
As you probably know, Virginia has elections just around the corner! Did you know that early voting starts on FRIDAY (9/17)? There are many important races this year, including Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and the State House of Delegates.
Here are the important dates that you need to keep in mind as you get ready to vote:
First Day of In-Person Early Voting: Friday, September 17, 2021 Deadline to register to vote or update your registration: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 Deadline to apply for a ballot to be mailed to you: Friday, October 22, 2021 (by 5 PM) Last day of in