There are four common types of de-icers: Sodium chloride, or rock salt ... a doctor of veterinary medicine candidate from the Pet Poison Helpline, told PetMD, "In general, most ice melt exposures ...

harm to pets and wildlife (excess sodium chloride is toxic to just about any animal if ingested or absorbed into the body) and degradation to the greater environment (surface water bodies and ...

Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call 1-844-764-7669. Lab and/or medical tests (such as endoscopy, kidney function ...

During recent winter storms, rock salt was spread across Delaware roads to keep drivers safe. What impacts will the extra ...

COMING AROUNDWhy roundabouts are not traffic circles and why they are becoming more common in Delaware When rock salt dissolves, it breaks into sodium and chloride ions that: Poison aquatic ...