There’s no question that road salt saves human lives on snowy and icy roads, but the hidden damage it does to plants, soil and trees can be deadly.

With the recent increase in severe weather events, more preparation is needed to reduce property damage and monetary loss due to tree damage. Urban trees offer numerous eco-services that provide monetary benefits. In order to maintain the eco-capitol (flow of benefits to the population), the trees need maintenance to reduce damage from severe weather events.