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What is Illicit Discharge?

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a running stream in the background a title saying Eco-logical, Illicit Discharge
June 2, 2025

All surfaces- whether they be rooftops, roads, lawns or parking lots, drain to our water resources. When pollutants are added to these surfaces, they easily get washed into our waterways when it rains. The term for these types of pollution sources is “Illicit Discharge.” Illicit discharges can be as simple as washing a paint brush in the yard, draining a pool to the lawn, and storing hazardous products outdoors.  Watch this video to learn more...