The recent rain has greened up our lawns and gardens, but if we aren't careful, it also can green up our urban lakes and rivers — and that is not good.
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The storm drain on your street collects the water from your roof, driveway, and sidewalk and funnels it directly in your local lake or river. Nutrients from grass and leaves, pet waste, and fertilizers “enrich” our lakes and streams — feeding algae blooms and harming fish. Chemicals from washing your car within the drive and household chemical spills add up, taking a nasty toll on our favorite swimming areas and fishing spots. Soil also can be picked up by runoff, reducing the clarity of water and hurting fish.
So as you prepare your lawn and garden this year, here are a couple of helpful tips to stay our lakes and rivers beautiful and safe for all folks.
- Use mulch and vegetation to stay soil from washing away.
- Sweep or rake grass and leaves faraway from street curbs.
- Mulch and compost grass clippings and leaves.
- Keep paved surfaces to a minimum.
- Capture water runoff with a rain garden and rain barrels.
- Wash your car on the grass, where the water will get filtered.
- Keep chemicals faraway from storm drains.
- Collect your pet's waste.
- Aim your rain-gutter downspouts onto grass.
