The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued this news release:
News From the Division of Water: Don’t Flush Wipes or Other Garbage. Certain materials flushed down toilets can damage sewer systems, wastewater treatment operations, or private septic systems, even when they are labeled as flushable. Correcting the damage is expensive, so do not flush any of the items listed below, no matter how small. Please throw them in the trash:
News From the Division of Water: Don’t Flush Wipes or Other Garbage. Certain materials flushed down toilets can damage sewer systems, wastewater treatment operations, or private septic systems, even when they are labeled as flushable. Correcting the damage is expensive, so do not flush any of the items listed below, no matter how small. Please throw them in the trash:
- diapers/baby
- wipes/disinfectant
- wipes/personal hygiene products
- any paper products other than toilet paper (e.g., paper towels, facial tissues, paper napkins).
Water Smart Landscapes -- DEC encourages landowners to consider planting water-smart landscapes to conserve water. If you are designing a new landscape or rethinking your current one, EPA’s WaterSense webpages help you plan your landscape and choose plants that are drought tolerant for your area. As an Environmental Protection Agency WaterSense partner, DEC encourages you to find ways to use less water.
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