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How rain gardens can help prevent stormwater runoff
Climate change and more rain could mean more rainwater runoff, which can affect our local rivers and water sources. Gardeners say rain gardens could be the answer to help refill our aquifers, prevent unnecessary rainwater runoff, and even help stop your basement from flooding.