Rain barrels are the perfect way to reuse rainwater. They provide a reliable source of water in droughts and reduce the strain on local water sources. They're usually thought of as a set-and ...

A revamped rain barrel has made life easier in the Miller household, allowing for options of where the water will land.

A revamped rain barrel has made life easier in the Miller household, allowing for options of where the water will land.

Collecting rainwater is good for the environment and your yard. Learn how to install and maintain rain barrels and how to safely use the rainwater you collect.

Blair County residents can pick up a free rain barrel from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 28, or 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30, at NatureWorksPark, 108 Bedford Street Hollidaysburg, next to the red ...

In gentle rain or heavy dew, the rain barrel, set closest to the house under the eave, collects the water. In heavy rain, the garbage can, set out from the dripline, gets filled.

Amanda Pagnotta and her 9-year-old son James set up their new rain barrel at their home in Oakmont on Monday. James originally became interested in rain barrels through a school project.

Ways to use a rain barrel safely this dry season without turning it into a mosquito breeding ground. Discover three simple ways to keep your garden watered and pest-free.

The City of Chattanooga Stormwater Management Division announced the return of its annual Rain Barrel Distribution Day on Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1001 E 12th Street, Chattanooga ...

How fast does a 50-gallon rain barrel fill up? How fast a 50-gallon rain barrel fills up depends on the intensity and duration of rainfall and the size of the catchment area (such as the roof).

During a virtual press conference to announce the 2025 distribution of rain barrels, Amy Wicks, Northern Utah program manager for the Utah Rivers Council, announced that 16 municipalities along ...