THERE ARE REAL REASONS WHY WE NEED TO CHECK THE WATER SUPPLY IN MAJOR CITIES WE CAN Check various reports about problems inside the recycling program being used by major metro areas for water and its very scary if you care about your family and see both by the taste and smell of water in the tap there are real problems
Grander technology does an amazing thing it turns the harmful contents into inert so they cant hurt you and your loved ones when you take the time to check across america we see that a great deal of cities have huge problems with water supply from the recycled contents of sewage to pharmaceuticals that are inside but can’t be filtered do to outdated filtration systems it’s vital we check and if you take the time to go on line and check you will see the truth is we all should be very concerned the water supply is very saturated with chemicals and other toxins that can not be seen but can cause huge problems to your family just by consuming the water
Some sites tell you to boil it before you drink it but still how can that solve the problem it’s bigger than that when you see the reports be assured that its vague and that lots of other issues are hidden from us out of simple facts that its impossible with present technology being used in water and sewage processing to get rid of all the foreign matter that is dumped into the water recycling centers there are far too many people who dump everything from paint to toxic chemicals that can foul up the best filters being used.

For the real solution of finding a way to provide your family clean and drinkable water the Grander water system is so far above the standard you can be assured that any noxious chemicals that are dumped into the water plants can and does get the extra technology needed to make them inert and protect your loved ones from some of the most dangerous toxins  pharmaceuticals and other damaging mycotoxins need to be cleared and the presence of such to be made inert so they don’t damage your health and the family you care so much about if you read through the below attached documents from the nyc epa you will see why its so important to seek positive solutions to help remove the broad spectrum of toxins that continue on to your tap even after being run through the best city water purification system its clear no system works like.

Monitoring for Cryptosporidium & Giardia

Cryptosporidium and Giardia are protozoa which cause the intestinal illnesses cryptosporidiosis and giardiasis, respectively. These diseases are transmitted by eating contaminated food, drinking contaminated water, swallowing contaminated water while swimming or bathing, having contact with animal or human feces, and certain sexual practices. According to the USEPA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is unclear how most cases of cryptosporidiosis in the United States are contracted. Symptoms of infection include nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. Individuals who think they may have cryptosporidiosis or giardiasis should contact their health care providers.

Some people may be at greater risk from cryptosporidiosis and giardiasis than the general population. Immuno-compromised people, such as individuals undergoing chemotherapy; those who’ve undergone organ transplants or dialysis; and those with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, can be at increased risk. These people should seek advice from their health care providers about taking steps to limit their exposure to the protozoa that cause infection. One of these steps includes boiling tap water for one minute. Other steps and guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants via drinking water are available from the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800) 426-4791 and from CDC’s Cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet.

For additional information, see the New York City Department of Health on-line fact sheets for giardiasis and cryptosporidiosis, EPA Office of Groundwater and Drinking Water, the Center for Disease Control, and NSF International for information on water filter certification. New York City’sWaterborne Disease Risk Assessment Program documents and tracks rates of giardiasis and cryptosporidiosis, along with demographic and risk factor information on case patients.

Cryptosporidium and Giardia Monitoring Program

The City began monitoring for the protozoa Cryptosporidium and Giardia in 1992 as part of its comprehensive watershed monitoring program. Today, over 1,000 routine samples are analyzed each year from nearly 100 sites. Samples are collected weekly from the Catskill and Delaware effluents of Kensico Reservoir and the effluent from New Croton Reservoir, prior chlorine disinfection. These sites are designated as New York City’s source water and are representative of the water distributed in the City. On occasion, DEP may collect protozoan samples at a higher frequency, such as during or after a heavy rainfall. This enhanced sampling is performed when a potential water quality event begins, and ends when the event is resolved.

Currently, DEP uses the USEPA approved Method 1623HV to analyze 50-Liter samples. Methods to sample and analyze Cryptosporidium and Giardia have changed and improved since 1992. Prior to switching methods, DEP conducted validation studies to demonstrate that the new method recommended by USEPA increased recoveries. Since recoveries from one method to the next were improved, results from the different methods may not be comparable. Additionally, the volume sampled has changed. Today’s method provides more frequent and slightly higher identification of Giardia and, to a lesser extent, ofCryptosporidium, but there is no indication of changes in water quality. These differences reflect improved recoveries. For reference, the ASTM D-19 P229 was first used in 1992, replaced for source water monitoring with USEPA ICR method in 1999, and with USEPA Method 1623HV (50-Liter volume) in October 2001.

DEP’s Pathogen Laboratory was approved by USEPA to perform the USEPA ICR method, and more recently has also been approved to perform Method 1623 under the Laboratory Quality Assurance Evaluation Program for Analysis of Cryptosporidium in preparation of the Long-Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule.

DEP works constantly to improve its monitoring and analytical methods, but there are deficiencies with the current water testing process. The method is not intended to determine whether Cryptosporidium and Giardia found in water samples are dead, alive or infectious. DEP is working with CDC to develop and use new analytical methods to identify the genotype of Cryptosporidiumrecovered from environmental samples. Genotyping provides information regarding the potential source of the oocysts. Results indicate that stormwater samples largely contain Cryptosporidium from wildlife sources. These results are important, because oocysts from non-human sources are unlikely to infect humans. Currently, there are no numerical drinking water standards forCryptosporidium and Giardia. USEPA has proposed new regulations known as the Long-Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule. Monitoring results with Method 1623HV indicate that New York City’s source waters are well below the treatment threshold required in the proposed regulations.

Evaluation of Water Quality Standards in Watershed Streams Using the Protocols of the DEC/DEP MOU, Addendum E

 

There are real concerns here and if you take the time to investigate you will see yourself how dangerous this is if ignored we all need to drink water to survive and if the water is poisoned this will cause no end to the damge it caused check into grander tech and yo uwill see the many years of research and efforts Johann Grander has dedicated to water and how it effects us as well as a dynamic way to understand how it works rather than just ignore it and hope you are ok next time you brush your teeth or drink a cup of tap water or even take the tap water to make some coffee or water your fresh vegetables that you will soon harvet and eat

 

 

More vital info you will need to know to see how best to protect your loved ones

Managing Urban Runoff What Homeowners Can Do To decrease polluted runoff from paved surfaces, households can develop alternatives to areas traditionally covered by impervious surfaces. Porous pavement materials are available for driveways and sidewalks, and native vegetation and mulch can replace high maintenance grass lawns. Homeowners can use fertilizers sparingly and sweep driveways, sidewalks, and roads instead of using a hose. Instead of disposing of yard waste, they can use the materials to start a compost pile. And homeowners can learn to use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to reduce dependence on harmful pesticides. In addition, households can prevent polluted runoff by picking up after pets and using, storing, and disposing of chemicals properly. Drivers should check their cars for leaks and recycle their motor oil and antifreeze when these fluids are changed. Drivers can also avoid impacts from car wash runoff (e.g., detergents, grime, etc.) by using car wash facilities that do not generate runoff. Households served by septic systems should have them professionally inspected For More Information U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Nonpoint Source Control Branch (4503T) 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20460 http://www.epa.gov/nps and pumped every 3 to 5 years. They should also practice water conservation measures to extend the life of their septic systems. Controlling Impacts from New Development Developers and city planners should attempt to control the volume of runoff from new development by using low impact development, structural controls, and pollution prevention strategies. Low impact development includes measures that conserve natural areas (particularly sensitive hydrologic areas like riparian buffers and infiltrable soils); reduce development impacts; and reduce site runoff rates by maximizing surface roughness, infiltration opportunities, and flow paths. Controlling Impacts from Existing Development Controlling runoff from existing urban areas is often more costly than controlling runoff from new developments. Economic efficiencies are often realized through approaches that target “hot spots” of runoff pollution or have multiple benefits, such as high-efficiency street sweeping (which addresses aesthetics, road safety, and water quality). Urban planners and others responsible for managing urban and suburban areas can first identify and implement pollution prevention strategies and examine source control opportunities. They should seek out priority pollutant reduction opportunities, then protect natural areas that help control runoff, and finally begin ecological restoration and retrofit activities to clean up degraded water bodies. Local governments are encouraged to take lead roles in public education efforts through public signage, storm drain marking, pollution prevention outreach campaigns, and partnerships with citizen groups and businesses. Citizens can help prioritize the clean-up strategies, volunteer to become involved in restoration efforts, and mark storm drains

 

 

 

 

14 New York City 2015 Drinking Water Supply and Quality Report WATER CONSERVATION DEP values the role of water conservation and demand management as a responsible way to plan for the long-term use of New York City’s water supply. As a result, actual water demand is down more than 30 percent since the 1990s, despite consistent increases in our population. The goal of DEP’s water conservation efforts, since the release of PlaNYC2030, is to reduce water use in New York City and in upstate communities by a total of five percent, thereby lowering consumption by approximately 50 million gallons of water per day. Using both active and passive conservation, significant reductions have already been achieved since 2010 when demand was 1,039 million gallons per day. In 2015, the demand dropped 30 million gallons per day, to 1,009. There are five major strategies DEP outlined in the 2014 Water Demand Management Plan. Since the release of the plan, DEP added a sixth strategy. These strategies are detailed below. p Municipal Water Efficiency Program – As part of this program, DEP has already begun a partnership with the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation to install activation buttons on spray showers at 400 playgrounds around New York City that will save 1.5 million gallons of water a day. More than 40,000 bathroom fixtures in 500 public school buildings are also being updated. These retrofits will conserve approximately 4 million gallons of water each school day. p Residential Water Efficiency Program – To encourage water conservation in private properties, DEP has begun a voucher-based program to replace roughly 150,000 outdated residential toilets with high efficiency models. The toilet rebate program will build on the success of a similar rebate program that ran from 1994 to 1997 and replaced 1.3 million toilets. GILBOA DAM New York City 2015 Drinking Water Supply and Quality Report 15 p Non-Residential Water Efficiency Program – DEP recently honored restaurants for participating in the 2015 New York City Water Challenge to Restaurants. Each restaurant worked closely with DEP to: audit their water use, retrofit and replace inefficient water using equipment, and educate staff on using water wisely with the goal of reducing their annual water consumption by five percent. In total, ten restaurants achieved the five percent reduction in water consumption, conserving roughly 2.6 million gallons of water. p Water Distribution System Optimization – DEP has developed a strategy to handle system repairs and upgrades, manage water pressure, and refine water meter accuracy and leak detection, in order to optimize New York City’s water distribution system. Leaking and/or vandalized fire hydrants can also contribute significantly to water waste, as an illegally opened fire hydrant can release more than 1,000 gallons per minute. DEP repairs, replaces, and provides other maintenance services to thousands of hydrants annually. p Water Supply Shortage Management – To prepare for droughts and other water shortages, DEP is in the process of revising its Water Shortage Rules, previously known as Drought Rules, so emergency reductions and prohibitions can be implemented in times of water shortages that are not the result of droughts. p Wholesale Water Efficiency Program – DEP is working with its largest upstate wholesale water customers to develop conservation plans aimed at saving water and money. DEP will work with the upstate customers to identify demand management strategies with a goal of reducing their water use by five percent. DEP began by offering the planning service to the 10 largest upstate wholesale customers, which include communities in Orange and Westchester Counties. New York City is fortunate to have reasonably priced drinking water as compared to other cities around the country. The average single-family household in New York City uses approximately 80,000 gallons of water each year, at a cost of $3.82 per 100 cubic feet of water (748 gallons), or about $409 a year. Since nearly all New York City residences receive wastewater collection and treatment services in addition to water service, the combined annual water and sewer charge for the typical New York City household using 80,000 gallons per year is $1,058, consisting of $409 for water service and $649 for wastewater services (based on the Fiscal Year 2016 rates). DEP asks that everyone do his or her part to conserve this important resource. All New Yorkers should observe good water conservation habits, and are required to obey New York City’s year-round water use restrictions, which include a prohibition on watering sidewalks and lawns between November 1 and March 31, and between 11am and 7pm from April 1 to October 31. Remember, it is illegal to open fire hydrants at any time without a permit. However, during the summer, you can contact your local firehouse