Litter Trashes the Environment

Litter is more than an eyesore on city streets and alongside highways. Litter pollutes waterways and leaches toxic chemicals into soil and groundwater as it breaks down. Most litter begins with a careless or thoughtless act by a single person who tosses away a cigarette butt or an empty soda can, or simply fails to keep a tight lid on household garbage. That means there is a lot you can do to prevent litter. Learn more about litter and litter prevention, and how you can help.
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