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Thursday, December 23, 2010

Caution in Storm Run Off



We are expecting more rain on Christmas, which will make the roads very hazardous for travelers. Motorists should be encourage not to go through flowing creeks and debris dams. Swift water has a tremendous force associated with it and should be avoided at all costs. High water may also cause the engine to stall and cause serious damage to the vehicle.

Storm run off may contain pollutants such as sewage, motor oils, gasoline residues and pesticides, so human contact should be avoided if at all possible.

For children playing near creeks and over flowing storm drains there is a chance of drowning so please have youngsters supervised and told to avoid the water.

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