Waterworks Blog
That pesky snowfall is actually good for the water supply
January 25, 2015As we find ourselves in the middle of a second snowstorm in just a few days, it’s as good a time as any to think about how much of that snow ends up in our drinking water. Although snow can pile up quickly, an inch of snow and an inch of rain are very different…
The most important medical advance in history involved soap and water
January 16, 2015As flu season hits what may be its peak all around us, let’s stop for a second and think about some sage— and ultimately ignored — advice from a man named Ignaz Semmelweis. Semmelweis was a doctor in the mid-1840s who, through some experimentation, found that one simple act could reduce deaths in the maternity…
Make it a green holiday: Recycle!
December 28, 2014As the end of the holiday season draws near, there’s one more gift you can give: recycling your trees, boxes, wrapping paper, greeting cards and even electrical devices — like that string of lights that never works right. Christmas trees can be reused in a number of ways you’d probably never even thought about. If you…
Put those dirty butts where they belong
December 15, 2014Can you name the most common piece of litter found on roads, parking lots, storm drains and beaches? If you said cigarettes and cigarette butts, you just answered the $16 million question (that’s the high-end estimate of the cost for major cities and municipalities to clean them up). In 2010, the Ocean Conservancy says, more…
Scientists: California drought is worst in 1,200 years
December 8, 2014If there were any doubts about the severity of this year’s drought in California, it appears two climate scientists just put them to rest. According to an article from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Daniel Griffin of the University of Minnesota and Kevin Anchukaitis of Woods Hole say their research shows it’s the state’s worst drought…
These are a few of our favorite things
November 30, 2014As we wrap up the long Thanksgiving weekend, we’d like to mention a few things we’re thankful for at LCA. This is by no means a complete list; we’d run out of room long before we even got close. In no particular order, then, here are a few of them: 1.) The Clean Water Act …
Does your homeowners’ insurance have your back?
November 17, 2014Homeowners’ insurance is an integral part of home ownership. But if you don’t read your policy carefully, you may end up facing a bill for something you thought was covered. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), homeowners’ insurance rarely pays for damage caused by floods, earthquakes, damage caused by lack of maintenance, and sewer…
Take steps to ensure your water meter is protected from cold weather
November 11, 2014Have you checked on your water meter lately? With freezing temperatures not far off, it’s a good time to ensure your meter is protected not just from cold temperatures, but also from the elements. Remember that while Lehigh County Authority owns the meter, the water customer is responsible for protecting it. If the water meter…
Save the Date! Public Meeting on Regional Sewer System Issues
October 20, 2014A Public Meeting has been scheduled to review a topic of great importance to our region – sewer system overflows! During rain events throughout Lehigh County, our sewer systems can become overwhelmed with rain water entering the sewer lines through leaks, unauthorized connections and aging pipes. Join us for a review of what all municipalities are…
Got leaks? Here’s how to find out
October 15, 2014Don’t let a little leak add up to big charges on your water bill. We sometimes get requests from customers seeking a discount when they’ve lost water because of a leak in their home. Unfortunately, we cannot provide discounts for water lost because of leaks, because our nonprofit business model requires that we charge for…