by GrandIsland | Feb 15, 2025 | Education, Grand Island, Residents
Stormwater 101 When most people think about water in our community, they think of it in separate categories—rain, rivers, lakes, or the water coming from a faucet. But in reality, all of these are connected. Across central Nebraska, the Platte River and groundwater...
by GrandIsland | Jan 15, 2025 | Education, Grand Island, Residents
Stormwater 101 When rain falls in Grand Island, it begins a journey through streets, storm drains, ditches, lakes, creeks, and rivers before eventually reaching the Platte River. Along the way, it can pick up pollutants, contribute to flooding, or soak into the ground...
by GrandIsland | Dec 5, 2024 | Education, Grand Island, Residents
Stormwater Pollution Sources Ice Melt and Stormwater Pollution Our Water, Our Responsibility During winter, snow and ice are often treated with salt and other deicing products to improve safety on sidewalks, driveways, and roads. While these products help reduce slips...
by GrandIsland | Nov 4, 2024 | Education, Grand Island, Kids, Residents
Stormwater Pollution Sources Fall is a Critical Time for Stormwater Protection As temperatures drop and leaves begin to fall, many seasonal yard activities increase. Raking leaves, applying fertilizer, and cleaning up outdoor spaces are common in the fall—but these...
by GrandIsland | Oct 5, 2024 | Education, Grand Island, Residents
Homeowner's Guide to Stormwater Working outside increases the probability of pollution We’re learning more and more about pollution, and it turns out, even individuals are part of the problem. Sure, big industries and farms contribute, but studies show that...
