1.
We can take care of our water supply
by not wasting it-ever!
Since
you know that you and your family use water in many ways,
how
would you make certain that your family uses water wisely?
Here
are few ways to help you get started:
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- When
your family washes clothes, be sure that the washer has a full
load.
- When
your family washes dishes, be sure that there is a full load in
the dishwasher, or fill the sink with water to wash the dishes,
then refill the sink to rinse them.
- Take
shorter showers.... and get a special shower head that uses less
water.
- Take
shallow baths. You don't need to fill the tub to the brim to get
clean.
- Shut
off the water when you are brushing your teeth and washing your
hands. Just run it long enough to wet your toothbrush or your
hands, and then shut it off until you need to rinse.
- Keep
a jug of water in the refrigerator so that you don't need to let
the water run down the drain while it cools for a drink.
- Find
out how the landscape is watered at your house, and how can it
be done with less water.
- Tell
your parents or teacher if some faucet is leaking at home or at
school. Explain to them that the water that is dripping is costing
them money!
- Don't
use your toilet as a wastepaper basket. It has its purpose, and
use it for that only.
- If
you run water waiting for it to get hotter or colder, don't let
it go down the drain. Save it in a bucket to use later to water
plants.
- Always,
always shut off the faucet when you are finished using the water.
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2.
We can take care of our water supply by
keeping it as clean as possible |
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- Don't
put anything in streams, lakes, and rivers that should not be
there.
- Don't
pour chemicals down the drain or on the ground.
- Don't
pour chemicals down the storm sewer.
- Use
soaps and detergents carefully.
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