People on land and on boats can be part of the pollution solution by reporting pollution that they see. If you see someone dumping trash or sewage or spilling oil into the water, Captain Cleanwater suggests that you report it to the Coast Guard. When you file a pollution report form like the one below you must have information that will assist the Coast Guard in finding the polluter.
Many people also take video footage or photographs of what they see.
This kind of reporting is very helpful. Ask an adult to help you collect the proper information and make the phone call. If you do not want to give your name when you file a report you do not have to. Remember, some liquid spills can be dangerous chemicals. Do not go near the pollution, or try to clean it up yourself.