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consider the following recommendations at home

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* The waste dumped in the toilet clog your sewer.



* Do not throw oil and food waste through the trap to the sink.



* Give the debris directly to the consortia of cleanliness, not throw them on pavements or stormwater channels.



* Work out the trash at the stipulated times and leaving it ready in closed bags.



The aqueduct of Bogota insists in calling for citizens to make a good provision of waste and protect the sewer system to avoid water logging of roads and emergencies before the arrival of the rains.



An example of what not to do is log on 26th Street where they found large stones and debris clogging the drains.



Similarly, calls on contractors to develop road works and buildings in the city to make good use of materials and debris during the execution of the work so it does not affect the sewer.



Recommendations for consideration in House



IN BASEMENTS

Pay attention to the maintenance of pumping systems in basements.



IN CHANNEL and downspouts

(Tubes of the facades that allow normal drainage of the covers): These should be kept free of debris and solid objects.



INSPECTION IN THE BOXES

(Boxes collecting rain water and sanitation). Users have the responsibility to verify proper operation and prevent it from filling with debris that may improve the drainage. Clean regularly to prevent reflux of water in your home.



ROOFS AND ROOF WITH

Check the condition of the shingles and awnings: A roof in poor condition may fall due to the rain, hail or demonstrated by the high winds. Secure them well.



IN PATIOS

Keep yards clean and free of objects that clog the siphons.

Keep the leaves and branches that emerge with the rains reach the traps.

If your house contains trees, cut branches that are on the roof of the same

The traps should always remain with lids. Do not sweep toward them.



IN BATHROOM

Condoms, sanitary napkins and toilet paper thrown into the toilets clog the internal plumbing. Deposit them in the basket or garbage can in the bathroom.

Avoid the accumulation of hair in the shower siphons or waste-shave in the sink.



IN THE KITCHEN

For the sink trap can be leftovers, which clogs the pipes.

Wipe the excess of the dishes and lay them in the trash.

Do not dispose of cooking oil or grease to the dishwasher as these can be compressed into networks.

Use screens to prevent the passage of solid waste.



WITH GARBAGE

Work out the trash at the stipulated times and leaving it ready in closed bags.

Avoid accumulation of garbage and other waste in the storm sewer drains or near sewers.



FRENTE A LA CASA

The city drain rainwater collected through drains installed in the streets. Do not clog with debris, vehicles or objects that normally prevent them from collecting water. Contribute to reduce waterlogging in the city.






the aqueduct of bogota vissita was very interesting because we learned how water gets to our homes and what all its process.