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City of Brea Storm Water Pollution Prevention Tips
Did you know? Storm drain systems were designed to prevent flooding by carrying excess rainwater away from city streets and out to the ocean. Because the system contains no filters, it now serves the unintended function of carrying urban pollution straight to the ocean. By following a few simple tips, you will be ensuring a cleaner ocean and city.
Water Conservation Tips For Your Home
Californians must conserve water! This precious resource is in short supply with continued drought conditions in sight. An immediate 10% reduction is needed. The following information is offered to help you conserve water both inside and outside of the home.
Protect Water Quality While Gardening
While products like pesticides and fertilizers can make landscapes beautiful, misuse of these products can add to the pollution flowing untreated into our waterways. Help protect water quality and follow a few gardening tips. For more stormwater information, click here.
Where Does the Water Go?
Where does water go once it is used around your household? It's important to understand and do your part to protect the region's water resources. Perhaps some of the greatest dangers are from outdoor runoff if no one is paying attention. Learn more.
Turf Removal Program Saves Water and Money
Save money and water by participation in the turf removal program that offers rebates to homeowners. Click here for more details.Don't Flush That! Be Smart About Toilets and Drains
Your toilet is not a trash can! Be smart about what NOT to flush down a toilet or drain. It's part of your responsibility to care for water quality. Plus, you just may be able to avoid a nasty clog or spill. Click here to learn more.Get Water Wasters To Adjust It!
We've all seen them out there - sprinklers that are set on a cycle that runs way too long or too frequently. First they shower the garden or lawn area, which becomes oversaturated, and streams of water start flowing over the curbs and into the streets. It makes a mess and is so wasteful of a precious resource. What to do?