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POLLUTION CAN HARM FISH PLEASE-HELP PROTECT OUR WATERS Every contaminant that is discharged into the storm sewer system eventually finds its way to our local waterways such as streams, creeks, and rivers. Aquatic wildlife, such as plants, fish, and other small critters, depend upon a clean envi ronment to live and thrive. When their environment is threatened by pollution, these organisms can die. This public education on storm drains, where they flow to, & how each person can help to prevent flooding & pollu tion alerts everyone to help keep the storm drain systems free of debris and litter. This will help protect our water quality and our eco system. The local economy also benefits because a clean environment attracts new businesses. FROM THE SKY . To THE GROU 1D . . TO THE STORM DRAIN WHEN IT RAINS IT DRAINS STORMWATER IS DEDICATED TO PROTECTION OF YOUR WATER RESOURCES. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP! (OLUÑll\1/\ COUNTY STORMWJ\Tl:R LITII ITY IC l·DUC/\TION OU llU·1\CI I PO BOX 498 EVANÒ. GA 30809 l'ROTI-CT YOUR FNVIRONMENT Rf·PORT 111 FGAI DUMPING Pl IONl: 706-855-R/\IN (7246) ÓIVllCUSTOillr-RÔl·RVICl@COI COLUMBIA q?l/,\:f!Y AND I TO OUR STREAMS AND CREEKS Allegra 77724 COLUMBIA COUNlY THE RIVER BEGINS AT YOUR DOOR. DON'T LET I-1/\RMFUL POLLUTANTS DESTROY OUR ENVIRONMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- STORM DRAIN? WHAT STORM DRAIN?? The next time you take a walk around your neigh borhood, take a moment to notice the openings or inlets that line the roadways. These openings, also known as storm drains, capture storm water run-off from the roadway and channels it help pipes ditches to prevent - flooding. When it rains, the storm water run-off encounters pollutants commonly found deposited on roadways, drive ways, and even in your own yard. Unlike the sani tary sewer system, which carries water from your indoor drains to a treatment facility, the storm drain system releases untreated storm water into chan nels, creeks, and eventually the Savannah River. Polluted storm water run-off can harm humans as well as wildlife. The River Is Closer Than You Think 0,10,YQU KNOW. Storm drains flow directly to your waterways . • Common Pollutants Household Maintenance Detergents, Clean ers, Solvents, Oil, Latex Paint, Swimming Poof Chemicals, and Outdoor Trash. • Lawn & Garden Care (Bag it, don't blow it) Pet and Animal Waste (Bag & dispose in trash) , Pesticides, Insecticides, Herbicides, Yard Clippings, Leaves, Soil, and Fertilizers. • Automobile Repair & Washing (go to facility) Oil & Grease, Car Washing Detergents (Do You CAN PREVENT POLLUTION BY DOING A FEW SIMPLE THINGS • When using household cleaners, use those labeled non-toxic and store chemicals in a covered area to protect them from rainfall. • Clean up small chemical spills with kitty litter and dispose of the kitty litter properly. • Dispose of paints and solvents at a hazardous waste collection center. • Wash your car at a local car washing facility or on grass to prevent car wash water from run ning off into the storm drains. Also, use envi ronmental friendly soaps. • When cleaning up yard wastes or debris, use a broom or rake and NEVER blow leaves or dis pose of yard wastes into the storm drain. • Pick up pet waste immediately and dispose of it in the trash. IF You OBSERVE ANY ILLEGAL DUMPING, CALL OUR POLLUTION PREVENTION HOTLINE: 706-855-RAIN (7246)