Historic Quinton Township (856) 935

NJ StormWater Resources

WE SHOULD ALL TAKE CARE AND BE AWARE OF STORM WATER POLLUTION

WHY SHOULD YOU CARE ABOUT CLEAN WATER?

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.

THINGS WE CAN DO TO HELP STORM WATER POLLUTION

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 RESOURCES – www.cleanwaternj.org

Visit njhazwaste.com for a list of local household hazardous waste facilities.