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The Plain Talk Series - #61

Amber Wilson posted on 11/30/2017 11:32:00 AM

Today's question: How can I tell if my toilet is leaking?

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Water-saving tips just in time for Thanksgiving

Amber Wilson posted on 11/21/2017 10:30:00 AM

We really like the water-saving tips that were published by Denver Water's TAP.

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World Toilet Day

Amber Wilson posted on 11/17/2017 10:22:00 AM

World Toilet Day is Nov. 19.

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'Green roofs' are in

Amber Wilson posted on 11/10/2017 10:02:00 AM

Denver just approved an initiative requiring rooftop gardens or solar panels be placed on large new buildings, according to an ABC News article.

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New game highlights problem plaguing water systems

Amber Wilson posted on 10/31/2017 9:15:00 AM

AWWA and WEF recently teamed up to create a new children's activity - Pipe Up! - a series of puzzles to help children learn various aspects of water services and the value they bring to our everyday lives.

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Keep your tap water safe from lead

Amber Wilson posted on 10/23/2017 1:01:00 PM

There are steps you can take to protect you and your family from lead in tap water.

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Imagine a Day Without Water (and water infrastructure)

Amber Wilson posted on 10/11/2017 2:56:00 PM

The Wall Street Journal recently published a story shining a light on the connection between aging water and wastewater systems and the loss of those services in hurricane-affected communities.

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Prevent water damage at home while traveling

Amber Wilson posted on 10/9/2017 12:39:00 PM

You don't want to have to worry about water damage or flooding from burst or leaking water pipes while you're traveling or on vacation.

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Get prepared during National Preparedness Month

Amber Wilson posted on 9/15/2017 2:17:00 PM

When natural disasters happen, it can get our minds going as to what we can do to be prepared if we're ever faced with such disasters or other emergencies.

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Another year, another 'fatberg'

Amber Wilson posted on 9/13/2017 9:47:00 AM

There is a 'fatberg' wreaking havoc in London - "one of the largest to form in the London sewer system", according to NPR, and "weighing roughly the same as 11 double-decker buses".

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