Residential

Home Maintenance

• Buy household products such as cleaners and furniture polish labeled "non-toxic". Purchase smaller quantities to control the amount that remains after use.
• Properly use and store all toxic products, including cleaners, solvents and paints. Use up all paint cleaners and other products or share leftovers with a neighbor.
• Take household hazardous materials and containers to a hazardous material collection center.
• Click here to see information regarding Corona's local HHW events.
• For any questions regarding future HHW events, please call 800-304-2226 or 951-486-3200, or click here.
• Use kitty litter or other absorbent materials to clean spills. Depending on the substance, dispose absorbents in the trash can or at a hazardous materials collection center.
• Rinse water based paint brushes in the sink. Filter and reuse paint thinner or brush cleaners. Dispose of used thinner, oil and latex paint at a hazardous materials collection center.
• Recycle reusable materials. Throw litter into trash cans and keep cans tightly covered to prevent foraging by animals.
• Control erosion at construction and landscape sites to prevent dirt and debris from entering storm drains.

Swimming Pool Discharges

Lawn and Garden

• Use pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers in accordance with label gardener instructions. Do not apply before rain and dispose leftovers at a hazardous materials collection center.
• Use a broom rather than a hose to clean up garden clippings. Put leaves and clippings in a trash can or a compost pile.
• Divert rain spouts and garden hoses from paved surfaces onto grass to allow water to filter through the soil. Water only your lawn and garden. Caution! Do not use this suggested action in areas with steep slopes or landslide potential.

Automotive

• Take used motor oil and antifreeze to gas stations that accept recyclable automotive fluids, or to a hazardous materials collection center.
• Reduce and prevent oil, anti-freeze and other leaks by maintaining vehicles regularly.
• Reduce automotive emissions through routine auto maintenance, ride sharing and public transportation.
• Conserve water when washing vehicles and use biodegradable soap. Clean engines at a "Do It Yourself Car Wash" where the drainage is not connected to the storm drain.

Pet Waste

• Pet waste can be a major source of bacteria and excess nutrients in local waters.
• Carry extra bags so you don't run out and can help someone else if needed.
• Pick up pet waste and flush it down a toilet or dispose of it in a trash can.
• NEVER dump pet waste into a storm drain or catch basin.
• Help spread the word about the environmental impacts of pet waste and encourage others to clean up after their pets.

You can help prevent harmful suburban runoff by recycling, properly disposing of hazardous materials, and participating in and supporting City and County activities to keep Corona's streets clean. Encourage neighbors and others in your community to understand the harmful effects pollutants have on our waterways, and how they can help prevent this.

Check out the Riverside County Watershed Protection's outreach materials library to learn more and have access to some helpful brochures.
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