Storm and Fire
Emergency firefighting activities are exempt from Stormwater requirements.
However, water quality in rivers, lakes, and creeks can be affected as a result of pollutants mobilized by the fire and chemicals used to fight the fire. The best way to mitigate this is to implement runoff control measures to protect storm drains whenever water is involved.
Items to Use For Run Off Control
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Drain Covers
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Silt Socks
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Street Sweeping
Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) Spill Response
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Silt Fence
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Oil Absorbent Pads
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Booms
GFD cleaning up a used motor oil spill at the airport using oil-only absorbent pads.
Good Housekeeping
When cleaning trucks and other equipment with detergents, always use indoor facilities or facilities that are connected to the sanitary sewer system. NEVER wash equipment outdoors and let wash water run into storm drains. Always use designated facilities.
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