Think Globally
Stormwater
Who causes water pollution? People like you and me!
You see, when rain or water from garden hoses and sprinklers flows over our streets and yards, it carries pollutants into the storm drains, such as:
In most places, whatever goes down a storm drain flows directly —without treatment— into local creeks, streams and rivers, and eventually to the ocean. This threatens water quality for humans and wildlife.
Here’s the good news—you are the solution to water pollution! Here are some things you can do to make a difference:
- Properly Dispose of Fertilizers
- Properly Dispose of Paint and Solvents
- Properly Dispose of Pesticides
- Properly Dispose of Pet Waste
- Properly Dispose of Yard Waste
More Information
- July 15, 2008Product Stewardship in Logging Industry Could Reduce Landslides
- January 17, 2008EPA Launches Plan to Improve Water Quality
- November 1, 2007National Estuary Program Celebrates 20th Anniversary
- October 30, 2007What is a Rain Barrel?
- June 5, 2007Why is My Beach Closed?
- April 2, 2007Pet Waste
- Yard and Grass Clippings
- Paints and Solvents
- Fertilizers
- Pesticides