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      Youth Pledge Item 2: Be a Leak Detective

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      Finding and fixing leaks is one of the most important ways for all of us to save water.​ Look for leaks at least four times per year (once each season) by using your senses. Then, make sure to tell a trusted adult so they can get the leak fixed!

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      1: Be a leak detective in your home, school, and/or community. ​

      ​​​Be on the hunt for leaks in your home, school, and community! To find a leak, use your senses (sight, sound, and smell). If you find a leak, it is up to you to inform a trusted adult before it becomes an issue! Learn how to u​se your senses to be a Leak Detective below. 

      Sight:

      • Do you see water dripping from a sink, shower, toilet, hose, or somewhere else where we use water?
      • Do you see water or a dried water shape around a fixture?
      • Do you see wood that has changed shape from being wet?
        • ​Stains?
        • Uneven or warped surfaces?
        • Crumbling wall, cabinet etc.?
      • You may have a leak. Tell a trusted adult.

      Soun​d:

      • Do you hear dripping noises?
      • You may have a leak. Tell a trusted adult.

      Sme​​ll:

      • Do you smell a musty, earthy smell somewhere?
      • You may have a leak. Tell a trusted adult.

      ​​​Come back soon for more ways to be a leak detective throughout the year. 

      Haven't taken the pledge yet? Take the youth pledge here, or print a copy here​. ​Find the adult version of the pledge here​.