Litter

TRASH & ORGANIC DEBRIS

Leaves, grass clippings, garbage, and animal waste become part of the runoff entering storm drains and local waterways and clogging the system. Decaying organic matter depletes oxygen needed by aquatic life, leaving fish and shellfish to suffocate.

Trash and organic debris is one of the easiest types of NPS pollution to control.

Dispose litter in garbage cans or in recycling bins.
Recycle glass, aluminum, plastic, paper, motor oil, and newspapers.
Compost yard and garden waste.
Pick up pet waste and bag it with regular household trash or flush it in the toilet.
And, never intentionally dump anything into a storm drain.

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