Water Quality Tips: You Can Make a Difference!
Help improve water quality in your community and beyond!
Stormwater pollution prevention is one of the most effective ways to improve water quality in local communities and areas far downstream. We have compiled our top 10 water quality tips to help you easily, and effectively, make an environmental impact.
What is Stormwater?
Stormwater runoff is created when rain or water lands on hard surfaces, such as pavement or rooftops. Instead of being soaked into the ground, it is carried to streams, lakes, and ponds. Along the way, it picks up pollutants. Water that goes down storm drains is NOT treated at water treatment plants. This can all greatly impact water quality and environmental health. How can you help prevent stormwater pollution and improve water quality?
Top 10 Water Quality Tips:
Never pour chemicals down storm drains and always keep drains clear of debris
Consider using compost and/or organic fertilizer. If you do use fertilizer or pesticide, read labels carefully. Only use the least amount needed or better yet, have your soil tested
Do not use fertilizers or pesticides before it rains
Plant native plants and trees on your property
Pick up litter and dispose of all trash properly
Pick up pet waste and dispose of properly
Use commercial car washes, they typically recycle water before sending it for treatment. If you do wash your car at home, do so on grass or gravel
Maintain your vehicle to minimize leaks. If you work on your vehicle at home, use drip pans and clean up spills as soon as possible
Never dispose of medicines in the toilet or down any drains
Always dispose of hazardous household chemicals and materials properly. Consider using non-toxic cleaners when possible
Remember if it is on the pavement, it can be carried to your local bodies of water. Follow our water quality tips for your health and the health of all aquatic spaces!
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