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City of Fort Lauderdale Florida - Prevent Stormwater Pollution Save Water While Maintaining Your Vehicle 26 February 2024 ( news )
City of Fort Lauderdale , state Florida ( By Press Release office)
Feb 26,2024
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Routine vehicle maintenance can be a leading contributor to stormwater pollution . Stormwater runoff carries pollutants such as soap , oil , antifreeze , gas , transmission fluid and other products used to maintain your vehicle to local waterways . These pollutants are harmful to the environment and the natural aquatic ecosystems . The following guidelines will assist you with managing vehicle maintenance to help protect local waterways:
Perform vehicle maintenance in an area where chemicals and fluids cannot be washed into a storm drain .
Check all vehicles , motorcycles , boats and other watercraft and outdoor recreational vehicles for leaks .
Change vehicle fluids carefully . Use a funnel and drip pan to avoid spills .
Immediately clean up any chemical spills with an absorbent material such as cat litter . Do not hose down .
Drain fluids from vehicles and parts before storing .
Wash vehicles at a full or self - service car wash where used water is recycled and does not generate runoff .
Park vehicles on the lawn when washing them so rinse water will be absorbed into the grass .
Use waterless car cleaning products or phosphate free , biodegradable soap .
Use a trigger or twist style hose nozzle when washing your vehicle to shut off water when you are not using it .
Dispose of household hazardous waste and electronics at regularly scheduled
Household Hazardous Waste Drop - Off Events
.
Click hereto learn more about how to prevent stormwater pollution and practice responsible water conservation during car washing and maintenance activities .
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