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Stormwater : What is it?

Stormwater pollution prevention. Stormwater : What is it?. Stormwater is rain and snow that runs off surfaces such as rooftops, paved streets, and parking lots. Did you Know?. 1% is Usable Water. Total Earth’s Water. Where do the drains lead at Fort Hamilton?. Western part of installation

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Stormwater : What is it?

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  1. Stormwater pollution prevention Stormwater : What is it? • Stormwater is rain and snow that runs off surfaces such as rooftops, paved streets, and parking lots.

  2. Did you Know? 1% is Usable Water Total Earth’s Water

  3. Where do the drains lead at Fort Hamilton? • Western part of installation • Owls Head Wastewater Treatment plant near 69th Street Pier • Eastern part of the installation • Released untreated into Gravesend Bay

  4. Litter Chemical Pollution “Natural” Pollution Types of Stormwater Pollution

  5. Affects of Polluted Stormwater • Debris can choke, suffocate, or disable aquatic life • Materials like pesticides, paint, solvents, used motor oil, and other automotive fluids can poison aquatic life • Polluted stormwater increases drinking water treatment costs

  6. What can you do? • Pick up pet waste • Carpool, bike, walk, use public transportation • Wash car at the car wash • Pick up litter • Dispose of grease properly • Avoid toxic products

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