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Steer clear of fatbergs

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Steer clear of fatbergs
Fatbergs are a national problem, but they can be avoided.
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When it comes to FOG, can it

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When it comes to FOG, can it
Certain household wastes are better canned than poured down the drain.
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Don't flush contact lenses

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We've written about not flushing wipes (whether labeled as flushable or not) down the toilet, but we just read about not flushing contact lenses too.
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New game highlights problem plaguing water systems
AWWA and WEF recently teamed up to create a new children's activity - Pipe Up! - a series of puzzles to help children learn various aspects of water services and the value they bring to our everyday lives.
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Another year, another 'fatberg'

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There is a 'fatberg' wreaking havoc in London - "one of the largest to form in the London sewer system", according to NPR, and "weighing roughly the same as 11 double-decker buses".
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Care for your pipes this Drinking Water Week
Today we are encouraging people to care for their homes' pipes.
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How to bacon responsibly

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Did you know you're not supposed to dump fats, oils and grease (FOG) down the drain?
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Summer is a common time for many to go on vacation, and some may even find themselves in Europe during that time.
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Getting water out of thin air

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Fog is being thought of to help solve some of California's drought problems.
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