Salt is a normal part of winter in Wisconsin—but it doesn’t just disappear when the snow melts.

In this episode of the Home Comfort Zone Podcast, host Theresa sits down with Allison Madison, Program Manager at Wisconsin Salt Wise, to talk about how salt pollution impacts drinking water, human health, and freshwater ecosystems across the state.

Allison explains how road salt and water softeners contribute to rising sodium and chloride levels, why that matters for people on low-sodium diets, and how increased salt can cause other contaminants—like manganese, arsenic, and radium—to enter drinking water. They also discuss the effects on lakes, fish, and algae, and share real-world solutions that communities are using to dramatically reduce salt use while keeping roads safe.

You’ll learn:

• Why nearly 40% of Wisconsin public wells exceed recommended sodium levels

• How salt affects lakes, fish, and water quality

• The role water softeners play in salt pollution

• What municipalities are doing differently to reduce salt use

• Practical steps homeowners can take to make a difference

🎧 Learn more about Wisconsin SaltWise: https://wisaltwise.com

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