Long Beach Water

Join us live for our #EarthDay virtual workshop!

Happy #EarthDay, Long Beach! Join us and Long Beach City TONIGHT to learn about resources for living sustainably starting at 6 p.m. Have you registered yet? bit.ly/earthdaylb21

#DYK that end-to-end, our water and sewer mains span 1,600 miles?! Here, Long Beach Water Department crew member Shari is installing an updated mainline to bring throughout the city!

"As spring turns to summer, it is now as important as ever that we all do our part to help save water. Dean Wang, Manager of Water Resources at Long Beach Water Department, shares how you can save water every day.

While Long Beach Water has varied in both size and scope since its founding in 1911, our mission remains the same: to provide exceptional customer service. #WaterWednesday

Pouring fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down the drain? WRONG! Remember to dispose of FOG in the trash, not the drain. #SewerSunday

Need help with your green thumb? Now’s your chance to ask questions and receive tips from one of our local Long Beach plant experts, Cris Sarabia, California Native Plant Society Board President. Cris will be hosting a virtual native plant workshop in conjunction with the Native Plant Parkway Program. This workshop is for everyone, whether you need advanced tips, or are just thinking about going native, there will be lots to learn from his presentation and Q&A session. Regi...ster for the event now at https://www.lbwater.org/save-/residential/parkway/gonative/ and for your chance to win a soil moisture sensor. The event will take place on April 28 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. : Calscape

Everyone benefits when water is saved. That’s why over the past year, LBWD helped about 700 families save an estimated total of 17 million gallons through DIME - a pilot program aimed to retrofit multifamily buildings in select neighborhoods with new water efficient appliances. That’s roughly equivalent to 27 Olympic size swimming pools! Learn more about this program at http://lbwater.org/dime

Happy Easter from the Long Beach Water Department!

#TriviaTuesday How many gallons of water does our Groundwater Treatment Plant have the capacity to treat daily

Coffee Grounds: Dump, don’t drain! It’s a common misconception that grounds are good for deodorizing your garbage disposal - over time, the sediment can build up in your pipes. Dispose of these in the trash, or even better, compost them for a happy garden!

Looking for ways you can help the environment this #EarthDay? Register in advance and join us for a virtual workshop hosted by Long Beach City to learn about different resources to live sustainably in #LongBeach!

With all the rain this weekend and more on the way, give your irrigation system the week off, Long Beach! https://www.accuweather.com//long-beach-ca/90802/we/347631

In 2020, a Long Beach Water construction crew installed water service and fire line service in collaboration with Long Beach Public Works to support the Atlantic Farms Bridge Housing Community, a state-of-the-art campus for housing and services focused on the specific needs of individuals experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, homelessness.

April showers bring May flowers! Remember to turn off your sprinkler systems when the forecast shows rain.

Help us congratulate Water Utility Supervisor Chris for receiving Mervyn’s Gold Star employee award! Chris has been with Long Beach Water Department since 2002, and currently runs a crew that takes part in service installations, repairs of service and main leaks, fire hydrant installations/repairs, and other special projects. He is always leading by example and is respected by the managers, his Supervisor, his peers, and his crew. Congrats, Chris!

No tricks this April Fool's Day , your tap water is always safe and reliable.

Don’t let water waste cause heartbreak in your household. Learn more about how you can save water and money with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California at bewaterwise.com #bewaterwise... #waterconservation #savewater #savemoney See more

#WaterHackWednesday - Long Beach Water offers great resources and rebate programs to help you save water outside your home. For rebate information on efficient irrigation devices visit: http://socalwatersmart.com/en/residential/

Washing your hands more often? Good! Still concerned about saving water? Don’t worry, there are still many ways you can easily save water and money during this time. Check out http://www.liveh2olb.com for water-saving tips.

A special New Year’s message from the President of the Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners, Frank Martinez

On average, a family of four uses 100 gallons of water every year just to boil pasta! #DYK you can cut the amount of water in half, or even boil the pasta in the sauce and it will cook just as well? Check out this video from @epicurious to learn how! https://www.epicurious.com//how-cooking-can-help-solve-the

New year, same commitment to providing exceptional customer service and high quality, reliable drinking water. Cheers to the new year!

Dear customers, Please note that our Facebook account is not closely monitored on a daily basis. If you need to make an emergency request regarding your water service, please call (562) 570-2390, where a representative is available 24/7 to notify on-call staff of reported emergencies. For non-emergency requests, please visit https://lbwater.org/customer-services for further information, or contact our main office at (562) 570-2300 during normal business hours (Monday through Thursday and every other Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm) and we will be happy to assist you.

Join us this #VeteransDay in honoring all those who have served and continue to serve our country. We salute you!

Ron’s got the right idea! When it comes to bacon, be prepared to put the leftover grease in a separate container before throwing it in the trash, not down the drain. Happy Bacon Day!

Three tips for conserving water in the bathroom: Take a one-song shower Turn off the faucet when brushing your teeth Fill the bathtub halfway or less... Want more water conservation tips? Visit https://liveh2olb.com/#hacks

With the recent rainy weather - and more showers on the way today - you can give your irrigation system a rest. Turn off your sprinklers and skip tomorrow's watering day!

Rain is on the way, Long Beach! Give your sprinklers a break and let nature take care of the watering!

Here’s a water hack for preparing those big holiday meals! Plan ahead and thaw frozen food in the fridge rather than under running water. Not only does this save water, it’s also better for food safety! If you’re really short on time, thawing sealed frozen items in a container of warm water can also do the trick!

@Sideyardcafe is a locally-owned, locally-sourced #certifiedbluerestaurant featuring burgers, salads and more! From breakfast to dinner, drop in for good food fast! #EatLBCertifiedBlue #FeatureFriday

One of the easiest ways to save water and money is installing an aerator, which can reduce water flow by 30% or more! See how easy it is to install with this how-to video from EPA WaterSense https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFQiIU_zJ5U&feature=youtu.be

Today is Día de Los Muertos, an annual Mexican celebration to remember family and friends who have died. We wish everyone participating a safe and joyous holiday.

Things that scare us: Ghouls Goblins Grease Have a #HappyHalloween and be sure to dispose of all fats, oils and grease in the trash, not down the drain!

#DYK up to 70 percent of residential water use is for landscapes? Estimate the correct amount of water to give your yard or garden every week with the calculator here: http://www.bewaterwise.com/calculator.html Metropolitan Water District of Southern California

Congratulations to Chief Construction Inspector, Angel, for receiving Mervyn’s Gold Star employee award! Angel has been with Long Beach Water Department since 2003. Today, he oversees the work of inspectors as they work with Water Department crews, contractors, and developers to assure the quality of all water and sewer work in Long Beach. Angel is known for being a quiet, honest, thoughtful leader and is respected for his knowledge and background by his staff, field operations, and contractors. Congrats, Angel!

Floss: Recommended for your teeth, not for your pipes. Be sure to dispose of floss and other stringy items like hair in the trash, not the toilet, to avoid clogged pipes! #SewerSunday

Chiki Fruit and Bionicos is a #certifiedbluerestaurant offering a variety of snacks from fruit salad , delicious Bionicos, power smoothies , and more! Order online for pickup or delivery! #EatLBCertifiedBlue #FeatureFriday

Help us congratulate Long Beach Water Department employee Dr. Yan Zhang for receiving the Chair’s Award from the California Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association! This award recognizes her tireless efforts as the Certification Director for the section and instrumental role in furthering proper certification of water professionals. Learn more about her work in this interview with WaterWorld Weekly from early 2019! https://player.vimeo.com/video/333235409#t=2m32s

When you have reliable water service, like that provided by LBWD, you don’t have to think twice about the infrastructure that brings water to your home or business, and then safely returns water to the environment but we all should. For Imagine a Day Without Water, consider what your day would be like if you couldn’t turn on the tap and get clean drinking water, or if you flushed the toilet and wastewater didn’t go anywhere. What would that be like? #ValueWater

A California native garden lets you enjoy the sights, sounds, and fragrances California’s beauty right at home. Grow yours today with our Native Plant Parkway Program. We’re partnering with California Native Plant Society to create a curated collection of California native plants, selected just for your location. Visit our website: http://lbwater.org/parkway to learn how you can get your FREE plants and materials, as well as a downloadable planting guide. #fallplantingseason ...#savewater #savemoney #nativeplants See more