Resources
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South Whidbey Fire / Emergency Management Services - Station 36 - Bayview
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Island County Sheriff's Office
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For a non-emergency, contact an Officer by calling the Dispatcher: (360) 321-4400
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Langley Yard Waste Receiving on Coles Road (available to non-residents of Langley)
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To Pump or Not to Pump, that is the question
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Use less water. Space out laundry sessions throughout the week. This avoids overloading the system over a short period of time. Be sure to notice any leaking toilets or dripping faucets and repair them right away.
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Keep toxic chemicals from going down the drain. Properly dispose of solvents, paint, varnish, oil, and pesticides, instead of putting them down the drain. Use bleach and household cleaners sparingly.
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Keep solids out. Cigarettes, left over medications, handwipes, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, tissues, kitty litter, and other solid items should go into the trash, not your septic system. Left over medications could kill the “good” bacteria in your tank.
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Keep grease and fat out of your kitchen drain. Pour the oil into a container and dispose of it in the trash.
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Limit use of garbage disposal. Using a garbage disposal increases the amount of water and solids in your septic tank, requiring more frequent pumping.
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Divert runoff and drainage water. Never drain swimming pools or hot tubs into your septic system or drain field. Downspouts and roof runoff should be directed away from your drain field to limit hydraulically overloading the soil.
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