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Steer clear of fatbergs

Dave Gaylinn posted on 11/15/2023 10:22:00 AM

Fatbergs are a national problem, but they can be avoided.

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When it comes to FOG, can it

Dave Gaylinn posted on 12/15/2020 10:38:00 AM

Certain household wastes are better canned than poured down the drain.

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Don't flush contact lenses

Amber Wilson posted on 8/24/2018 11:58:00 AM

We've written about not flushing wipes (whether labeled as flushable or not) down the toilet, but we just read about not flushing contact lenses too.

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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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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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Care for your pipes this Drinking Water Week

Amber Wilson posted on 5/11/2017 3:42:00 AM

Today we are encouraging people to care for their homes' pipes.

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How to bacon responsibly

Amber Wilson posted on 4/18/2017 3:46:00 AM

Did you know you're not supposed to dump fats, oils and grease (FOG) down the drain?

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To drink or not to drink tap water in Europe

Amber Wilson posted on 7/15/2016 4:48:00 AM

Summer is a common time for many to go on vacation, and some may even find themselves in Europe during that time.

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Getting water out of thin air

Amber Wilson posted on 5/31/2016 3:41:00 AM

Fog is being thought of to help solve some of California's drought problems.

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