05/26/2026
🌿 Did you know that something as simple as grass clippings and leaves can seriously harm the Indian River Lagoon?
💧 When yard waste is left on streets or swept into storm drains, rain carries it directly into the lagoon. This extra organic material releases nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, which fuel harmful algal blooms. These blooms block sunlight, deplete oxygen, and damage vital habitats like seagrass beds – threatening the wildlife that depends on them, including manatees and fish.
Here’s how YOU can help protect our lagoon:
✅ Bag or mulch grass clippings and leaves instead of blowing them into streets.
✅ Contain yard waste properly for pickup.
✅ Maintain a buffer zone of native plants along waterways to filter runoff.
✅ Never dump yard debris near storm drains or waterways.
Small actions at home make a BIG difference for our lagoon’s health. Let’s work together to keep the Indian River Lagoon clean, vibrant, and full of life! 💙🌱
