
ALT Graphic reading “Care for Your Car.” The image shows motor oil containers and oil filters beside the Think Blue Connecticut River logo. The graphic explains that oil leaks from vehicles are a common source of stormwater pollution and encourages regular vehicle maintenance to protect local waterways.

ALT Graphic with the header “Not Everything Belongs Down the Drain – Illegal dumping harms our waterways.” Image shows a storm drain grate. Text explains that storm drains are only meant for rainwater and that dumping chemicals, wash water, or waste is illegal and can pollute local rivers and streams. Think Blue Connecticut River logo included.

ALT Graphic reading “Keep Grease Out of Drains. Food waste and wash water can pollute waterways.” Background shows a commercial kitchen. Text explains that improper disposal of grease and wash water can clog storm systems and contaminate local waters and encourages proper grease trap maintenance and disposal.

ALT Graphic titled “Direct Water Away – Downspouts shape runoff flow.” Illustration shows a house with a downspout directing rainwater into a rain barrel. Text explains that directing downspouts to lawns, gardens, or rain barrels helps prevent polluted runoff from entering storm drains and nearby waterways. The Think Blue Connecticut River logo appears on the graphic.

ALT Graphic titled “Bag It and Bin It – Pet waste pollutes waterways.” Image shows a playful dog holding a pet waste bag dispenser. Text explains that pet waste left on the ground can wash into storm drains during rain and contaminate local rivers and streams with bacteria and nutrients. The Think Blue Connecticut River logo appears on the graphic.

ALT Graphic titled “Know Before You Throw – Some household items require special disposal.” Illustration shows items such as a battery, aerosol can, and tube representing household hazardous waste. Text explains that chemicals like paint, cleaners, automotive fluids, and pesticides should be taken to a Household Hazardous Waste collection program instead of being thrown away or poured down drains. The Think Blue Connecticut River logo and website appear on the graphic.

























