NJ StormWater Resources
WE SHOULD ALL TAKE CARE AND BE AWARE OF STORM WATER POLLUTION
Stormwater pollution is one of the greatest threats to New Jersey’s clean water supply. Clean water provides access to safe drinking water, places for recreation, commercial opportunities, healthy wildlife habitats, and adds beauty to our landscape. Rain washes pollution from streets, parking lots, and lawns into storm drains, then directly to our streams, rivers, lakes and oceans. Did you know more than 60 percent of water pollution comes from things like motor oil, fertilizers, pet waste, and detergents? By sharing the responsibility and making small, easy changes in our daily lives, we can keep common pollutants out of stormwater.
Reduce, reuse and recycle
materials whenever possible to create less waste, which could end up on our
streets and contribute to storm water pollution.
Shop for nonhazardous, biodegradable and phosphorous-free
household cleaning products.
When treating your pet and yard for fleas or ticks, check
with your veterinarian for safe substitutes. Never dispose of flea dip liquid on
the ground or in the storm drain.
It should be disposed of as a household hazardous waste.
If you spill hazardous fluids, contain it immediately with
rags or cat litter. Clean up the spill and properly dispose of the waste.
Check your car for leaks and schedule regular tune-ups. If
you find leaks or drips, have your car repaired.
Store hazardous materials properly to prevent
spills. Store them in the original closed container.
NJSTORMWATER
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