The Top Causes of Water Pollution
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The Top Causes of Water Pollution
The top causes of water pollution are all types of nonpoint source pollution (NPS). NPS pollution is any polluted runoff that contaminates water, generally from urban stromwater runoff or mining, forestry or agricultural activites.
Follow these steps to limit the amout of NPS pollution in your area:
1. Keep debris out of street gutters.
2. Be conservative in applying lawn an garden chemicals and other pesticides.
3. Find out about community collection points for used oil, antifreeze and other chemicals.
4. Maintain your septic system every 3-5 years.
5. Only use detergents that are low in phosphorous.
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