Indoor Pollution Prevention

Have you ever heard of the saying “oil and water don’t mix”? It’s true! Pouring cooking oil down your sink can clog your sewer pipes. If you have a lot of leftover fats, oil, or grease, collect it in a jar and dispose of it in the trash. For smaller amounts, absorb the oil with a paper napkin and compost it.

If you have old medicine or unused prescription drugs, DON’T flush them down the toilet or sink since they contain chemicals that can harm fish and other animals. Instead, dispose your old pharmaceutical drugs at a police station near you.

Poop, paper and pee are the only three things that should be flushed in the toilet. Other items like floss, “flushable” baby wipes, medicine, and feminine hygiene products should not be flushed since it can lead to sewer back-ups or cause problems for the wastewater treatment plant.