Check all screens after major storms to remove any debris that may have collected. It's also a good idea to fence any portion of your collection system that is accessible to animals or children. Chlorinate your cistern water regularly. Chlorine should be added to your cistern water on a regular basis in order to disinfect your water supply. Conserve your soil.
Sediment is the most prevalent pollutant impairing water quality in the Virgin Islands.
Erosion of productive topsoil damages lawns, gardens, and crops by removing the nutrient-rich upper layer of soil that plants need to thrive. Soil eroded from farms, yards and construction sites can damage downhill properties and block roadways. Eroded soil silts-in harbors and channels, leading to more frequent dredging. Finally, eroded soil smothers coral reefs and seagrass beds, clouds water and reduces visibility for sight-feeding fish, impairs recreational use of coastal waters, and harms fisheries. Conserving soil on your property can help you to maintain the long-term productivity of your land and protect water quality.