Report any non-emergency type pollution problem to your local government office. For emergency pollution problems, such as a major spill, call 911.
	Never dump anything down a storm drain inlet. They flow directly to our water supply.
	Keep leaves and grass clippings out of the streets so they don’t end up washing into the storm drain.
	Wash your vehicle on your lawn or at a car wash facility instead of in your driveway.
	Keep your automobiles and gas powered lawn mowers or blowers well tuned so that they are not dripping toxic fluids or emitting toxic fumes.
	Don’t use chemicals on your lawn before it is expected to rain and try using organic or slow release products, which are better for your lawn and for the environment.
	Be conservative with pesticides and herbicides (weed-killers) and try natural alternatives. Call the local Catawba County Extension office to find out more about natural pesticides.
	Make sure your air conditioner is in good working order and not leaking harmful chemicals onto the ground.