Why does the water let out of the factories harm the aquatic life? What steps should be taken to avoid it?
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Answer:
Don't pour hazardous waste down the drain, on the ground, or into storm sewers. This could contaminate the soil, groundwater, or nearby surface water.
A number of products used at home contain hazardous or toxic substances that can contaminate ground or surface waters, such as:
Motor oil
Pesticides
Leftover paints or paint cans
Mothballs
Flea collars
Household cleaners
A number of medicines
EPA's Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) program has more advice on how to safely manage and reduce the use of these materials.
Explanation:
Communities, citizen groups, and individuals can take an active role in protecting their drinking water sources from contamination. The resources below provide information about source water protection and steps you can take at the local level to protect your drinking wate