“It is important that we do all we can collectively to preserve our ecosystem,” said DEP Director Jon Monger. “It only takes one teaspoon of salt to permanently contaminate five gallons of water. Because of the cumulative effects of salt runoff, we have seen salt levels increase by 41% in the Potomac River and 102%t in the Patuxent River in the last 30 years. High levels of salt in our streams can damage ecosystems, harm our wildlife and destroy natural vegetation. Elevated salt levels in our drinking water can cause health issues.”
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