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Freezing temperatures can cause problems with pipes and cisterns exposed above the frost penetration line[http://www.raqsb.mto.gov.on.ca/techpubs/ops.nsf/0/ee1f1756eacc00e18525808200628fbf/$FILE/OPSD3090.101%20Rev%231%20Nov2010.pdf]. | Freezing temperatures can cause problems with pipes and cisterns exposed above the frost penetration line[http://www.raqsb.mto.gov.on.ca/techpubs/ops.nsf/0/ee1f1756eacc00e18525808200628fbf/$FILE/OPSD3090.101%20Rev%231%20Nov2010.pdf]. | ||
This maybe a significant issue for rainwater harvesting systems, including residential rain barrels. | This maybe a significant issue for rainwater harvesting systems, including residential rain barrels. | ||
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=Salt and Snow= | =Salt and Snow= | ||
Revision as of 17:21, 5 June 2017
Freezing and Expansion[edit]
Freezing temperatures can cause problems with pipes and cisterns exposed above the frost penetration line[1]. This maybe a significant issue for rainwater harvesting systems, including residential rain barrels.
IMAGES?
Salt and Snow[edit]
Salt accumulation can cause acute problems, killing off sensitive vegetation in just one winter season.
Snow off asphalt areas is a significant vector for salt, so areas where snow sill be stored should be selected with care.
Chlorine is an environmental contaminant .