Microplastics, so small yet so impactful to our water 

Your SoCal Tap Water member agencies know you have probably heard the benefits of limiting plastic use for our planet and our bodies. Bonus points if you’ve taken steps to reduce usage in the past few years! However, you may not have heard that there are different forms of harmful plastic, including one you may … More Microplastics, so small yet so impactful to our water 

A Winter Waterland 

We may not see many White Christmases (sorry Bing Crosby) here in Southern California, but we can still be walking in a winter waterland, all thanks to snowmelt. Accumulated winter snow, called snowpack, becomes a major source of drinking water for us Southern Californians. For us, most of our snowmelt-provided water comes from the Sierra … More A Winter Waterland 

Be Thankful for Thy Tap

In the spirit of being thankful, let’s take a moment to recognize the silent hero of your Thanksgiving dinner. Water. That’s right, football and turkey may have been the stars of the show in previous years, but now it’s time to recognize the real glue that holds this day together.   Water plays a critical role … More Be Thankful for Thy Tap

Witch way to thirst quenching tap water?      

There is nothing spooky or mysterious about our tap water, so consider it your default source for all of your water needs.  No tricks here, just the treats of safe, dependable, life-sustaining water. During this Halloween season, the only thing SAWPA and its partner agencies are brewing is an avenue to continue delivering reliable tap … More Witch way to thirst quenching tap water?      

Put your trust in tap: Why you can trust Your SoCal Tap Water    

It can be easy to overlook the simplicity and ease of accessing clean and reliable tap water. I mean, just take a moment to think about all of the things you’ve done so far today. A warm cup of tea to start your morning, running a load of laundry during a break in your day … More Put your trust in tap: Why you can trust Your SoCal Tap Water    

Our Fight Against the “Forever Chemicals” 

A variety of chemicals have the ability to impact the quality and safety of our drinking water. Some are more obvious than others such as, lead, nitrate, chlorine, etc. All of these chemicals are well known contaminants that water workers strive to prevent. However, there are other chemicals to be aware of like per- and … More Our Fight Against the “Forever Chemicals” 

The Cycle of Your Water   

Every element on Earth has a starting point, its origin. Whether water is traveling by rain or snow, it experiences a unique journey around the world. When trying to understand the process of how water reaches our faucets and its cleanliness, it is important to understand that the process can vary from state to state, … More The Cycle of Your Water   

Tap into your health: tap water for the win

It’s no secret that water is essential to our existence and critical for the human body. Hydration allows the body to perform properly. An important part of water consumption is where it comes from and the sustainability of how it’s packaged. Let’s explore the advantages of using tap water in a refillable container when compared … More Tap into your health: tap water for the win

The journey your tap water takes

It comes naturally – all it takes is a tap of the faucet handle for a cool drink, a press of a button for a fresh wash of clothes or a turn of the handle for a morning shower. Thankfully, you can always count on safe and reliable water from SAWPA and our partners. While … More The journey your tap water takes