Researchers surveyed residential rain barrels to determine how often mosquitoes took up residence in rain barrels and what preventative measures would most effectively keep mosquitoes out.

Get Instant Summarized Text (Gist) Rain barrels are effective for conserving water and reducing stormwater runoff but can also become mosquito habitats if not properly maintained. A survey of rain ...

The Utah Rivers Council has teamed up with several cities to offer $57 rain barrels as a way to conserve water and support Great Salt Lake.

Rain barrels will be sold online through Sunday, April 6, 2025, and can be picked up April 18 or 19 in Colorado Springs. Each barrel costs $97, and two can be placed on a property. “Water in the ...

As people look to reduce their water use for environmental and ecological reasons, rain barrels have gained popularity for catching rainwater that can be stored and used for irrigation. These ...

Over the course of a year, a single rain barrel can save hundreds of gallons of water and reduce stormwater runoff that leads to pollution in local waterways. But there’s a catch: if not ...

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Lafayette Consolidated Government’s announced the launch of the 13th Annual Rain Barrel, an initiative that supports outdoor water conservation and encourages ...

Taking these preventative measures will reduce potential health risks and ensure that rain barrels remain a safe, effective, and environmentally sustainable tool for managing stormwater runoff ...

the barrels are also an important tool in combating potential erosion, sedimentation and pollution caused by runoff into water systems. “Rain barrels are great because they basically capture the ...