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From Water and Wastewater.com Industry News
The theme for World Water Day 2006 is "Water and Culture," highlighting "the fact that there are as many ways of viewing, using, and celebrating water as there are cultural traditions across the world." "Water is celebrated in a special way in many cultures because it is so central to the health of people and the success of nations," said AWWA Executive Director Jack W. Hoffbuhr. "In developed countries, where safe water is often taken for granted, World Water Day presents an opportunity to reflect on all that our water supplies and systems deliver in our daily lives. Only tap water delivers public health protection, firefighting protection, critical support for economies and the quality of life so familiar to North America and the developed world. "In the United States, we were all reminded of the critical importance of a safe water supply during the past hurricane season. Without safe, reliable drinking water, many communities faced the threat of waterborne disease. Without adequate pressure in water mains leading to hydrants, urban fires could not be extinguished. Without tap water service, businesses and manufacturers were unable to provide services and pay employees. The restoration of water service was the first step toward recovery. Unfortunately, in some developing countries, safe, reliable water service is more the exception than the rule. As World Water Day focuses us on 'Water and Culture,' North Americans are asked to consider the fact that 9,000 people – mostly children – die each day from preventable waterborne disease. AWWA encourages its members and all people to support organizations such as Water for People that work to alleviate the daily tragedy of waterborne disease. At the same time, let's work here at home to build a culture that truly values water – both resource and service." More information on World Water Day 2006 can be found online at www.worldwaterday.org. AWWA is the authoritative resource for knowledge, information, and advocacy to improve the quality and supply of drinking water in North America and beyond. AWWA is the largest organization of water professionals in the world. AWWA advances public health, safety and welfare by uniting the efforts of the full spectrum of the drinking water community. Through our collective strength we become better stewards of water for the greatest good of the people and the environment. Source: http://www.awwa.org/ © Copyright 1998 - 2009 Water and Wastewater.com |
