Stormwater

The gutters from our roofs and the gutters along the roads feed into a separate set of drains called the stormwater system. These drains are meant to take the rain away and prevent local flooding. This water is not treated and flows directly into rivers or the sea. Unfortunately, this means that any dog droppings, cigarette butts and other litter that is dropped on the sidewalk will also end up in our waterways and oceans. Oil and other chemicals can also be washed off the roads and into stormwater drains.

Some older cities and towns have combined stormwater and sewer systems. In this case, the stormwater is treated along with the sewage - unless the treatment plant is overloaded with a large stormwater load. When this happens, both the stormwater and the wastewater will flow straight to an outflow pipe and into a waterway.

To protect our waterways, it is very important not to pour chemical paints, oils or detergents down the drain. Contact your local government instead to find out how to dispose of them safely.

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