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Pruning trees before a monsoon to remove any dead, dying, or diseased branches can be helpful to maintain the tree’s strength. Just remember to not prune too much, as repeated pruning of healthy branches can weaken a plant and increase the likelihood of damage during a storm.
Monsoon season is upon us! Typically, the Arizona Monsoon season is from about June to September. But what causes a monsoon?
According to the ASU School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning, “During the wintertime, the primary wind flow in Arizona is from the west or northwest—from California and Nevada. As we move into the summer, the winds shift to a southerly or southeasterly direction. Moisture streams northward from the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. This shift produces a radical change in moisture conditions statewide.”
This shift in wind is ultimately what causes the monsoon season in Arizona’s summer!
Finding and fixing leaks is one of the easiest ways to conserve water. Check out the Smart Home Water Guide for step-by-step instructions on how you can check for leaks at your home and save money: bit.ly/3CNxV6m
Don’t ignore the small leaks! A leaky showerhead or faucet that drips at the rate of one drip per second can waste more than 250 gallons per month. That equates to over 3,000 gallons of water per year!
Make sure you don’t set your pool level too high! The water in your pool should be about in the middle of the top tile but if the level is set too high, the water will continuously go right down the pool drain, causing a hidden leak.
Did you know your pool may have a silent leak? Automatic water fillers in pools can get stuck on which can cause water to constantly flow into your pool without your pool overflowing. Check your pool system twice a year to make sure that it properly shuts off.
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