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Revitalize Puna Community Event

1/25/2023

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Saturday, February 4th at the Billy Kenoi Park Gym.

Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC is part of the “Resource Row”!
We hope that you will join us!

This is a great opportunity to learn what is happening to revitalize Puna!

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Adopt-a-Highway This Saturday!! Join Uncle Tilo in cleaning up the Āina!

1/12/2023

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Come One Come All - Rain or Shine!

T-shirts and Trash Bags Provided.
Team Photo at 8:15am.
Bring water, gloves, hat and wear closed toed shoes!

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Celebrating Uncle Tilo's 59th Birthday!

1/12/2023

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Come celebrate with Uncle Tilo!

1/12/2023

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Happy Holidays to you and yours!

12/21/2022

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Hurry in and get your Clean Water supplies:
Gift Bags, Filters, Mineral Pack, Water Test & Gift Cards
before we close for the year!

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With the rainy season here, take actions to minimize illness and deaths from dengue.

12/12/2022

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Dengue is one of the fastest-spreading mosquito-borne diseases. Worldwide, the incidence of dengue has increased 30-fold over the past 50 years. Dengue is a major public health concern as it can develop into a potentially fatal form called “severe dengue”.
Of an estimated 2.5 billion people at risk for dengue globally, about 70% live in Asia Pacific countries. Climate conditions, unclean environments, unplanned urban settlements and rapid urbanization can lead to increased mosquito breeding, especially in urban and semi-urban areas

Health workers in dengue-endemic areas must be able to recognize the symptoms of dengue and the warning signs of severe dengue, do diagnostic tests and provide life-saving care. Also, families need to know what symptoms to look for and where to get early medical attention. This is especially urgent with the rainy season coming.

Act early to save lives
There is no specific treatment for dengue but early detection, improved clinical management and access to proper medical care for severe dengue can reduce fatality rates. Appropriate home care with adequate hydration and rest during the early stages can minimize the risk of the disease becoming severe.

Tips to Rid Your Community of Mosquito Breeding Sites

Clean rain gutters to allow water to flow freely.
Remove old tires or drill drainage holes in tires used for playground equipment.
Store plastic wading pools inside or turn them upside down when not in use.
Turn over or remove clay pots and plastic containers.
Dispose of all empty beverage containers, plastic wrappers, discarded toys, etc.
Check for trapped water in plastic or canvas tarps used to cover boats, pools, etc. Arrange the tarp to drain the water.
Pump out bilges in boats. Turn canoes and small boats upside down for storage.
Replace water in bird baths at least twice a week.
Remove pet food and water dishes that are not being used.
Flush livestock water troughs twice a week.
Don't leave garbage can lids lying upside down. Be sure water does not collect in the bottom of garbage cans.
Flush water in the bottom of plant holders twice a week.
Fix dripping outside water faucets.
Turn wheelbarrows upside down when stored outside.
Check around construction sites or do-it-yourself improvements to ensure that proper backfilling and grading prevent drainage problems.
Check ornamental ponds, tree holes and water-holding low areas for mosquito larvae. Call the nearest Mosquito Control Office (see below) if you find, or suspect, mosquito larvae are present.
If ditches do not flow and contain stagnant water for one week or longer, they can produce large numbers of mosquitoes. Report such conditions to a Mosquito Control Office. Do not attempt to clear these ditches because they may be protected by wetland regulations.

The more you know the healthier you and your family can be

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The absolute best give to give to yourself, family, friends and neighbors is the Gift of Clean Water!

12/2/2022

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These bags contain an Acid Rain Mineral Pack, Test Strips, and E coli & Coliform Test and some extra goodies.
Valued at $100. for $75. while supplies last.

Stop into the store and Marion will assist you in all your Clean Water needs.

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Give yourself and family members the gift of Clean Water for the holidays!

12/2/2022

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The quality of your water is a direct link to the quality of your health.

If you're still using UV on your catchment system there are a few things you should know.

NSF/ANSI 55 separates UV water purification systems into two distinct classes. Class A UV water systems should be used with well or surface water (streams, lakes, etc.) and are designed to inactivate and/or remove microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, Cryptosporidium and Giardia cysts from contaminated water. Class A UV systems are not intended for the treatment of water with an obvious contamination or intentional source, such as raw sewage, nor are they intended to convert wastewater to drinking water. They are intended to be installed on visually clear (not colored, cloudy or turbid) water.

Class B UV water systems, on the other hand, should be used with municipal water or treated water and are designed for supplemental bactericidal treatment of disinfected public drinking water, or other drinking water that has been tested and deemed acceptable for human consumption by the state or local health agency having jurisdiction. Class B UV systems are designed to reduce normally occurring, nonpathogenic nuisance microorganisms only. These systems are not intended for the disinfection of microbiologically unsafe water and may not make individual or general cyst claims. Microbiological health effects claims may not be made on Class B systems.

UV systems require power, have mercury in the bulb requiring it be delivered to the toxic waste collection held twice a year, must be changed out every 365 days, maintenance is required to keep quartz sleeve free from debris otherwise it blocks the light, and does not kill anything. The industry calls out Class B units for "inactivates" only. The owner/user of this water ingests everything alive in the hopes it will not reproduce inside of them. Size matters as well, with gallons per minute (GPM) varied for each unit. At a minimum a whole house requires 12 GPM.

According to the University of Hawai'i, Manoa, College of Tropical Agriculture & Human Resources, Hawai'i County Cooperative Extension Service, "Class B UV lights operate at a lower intensity and are made for treated water, such as county or city water. Check ratings before making a purchase."

Quantum Disinfection - no power required, no chemicals, no maintenance and kills.

Platinum Disinfection for whole house water disinfection is good for 200,000 gallon of water.
On an average this means a family of four lasts approximately 3 years.

The money you spend on electric; approx. $180 per year, time, gas and shopping for and changing out 3 UV bulbs, time & gas delivering old UV bulbs to toxic waste collection, cleaning / replacing the quartz sleeve, etc., you could drink your water with confidence and save a whole lot of $$$. Do the math. It makes total sense to have Quantum on your water supply.

This includes those on wells and municipal water.

For example:

There are many cesspools on the island, if you're on a well at the bottom of the slope - near the ocean - chances are when it rains and these cesspools overflow guess where that water is going....
If you're on municipal water and you didn't get the message there was a Boil Water Advisory....

Learn more of how Quantum Disinfection works :
www.tiloscleanwater.com/quantum-disinfection.html

Platinum for whole house water disinfection
C-1 for Clean Water Station - RV's, Handwashing Stations, Marine
AG - for greenhouse growers, Orchids, Cannabis, Vegetables & Fruit
RO - for Reverse Osmosis
Silver for refrigerator units on municipal water

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Catchment Filters at the best prices in town!

12/2/2022

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If you're in lower Puna you must drive through the turn-a-bout to get out, driving right past Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC
where the best prices for catchment filter are located. Stop by, say hello to Marion and get you water filters today!

They make great stocking stuffers!

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Do you have a Floating Intake Line?

12/2/2022

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Did you know?
The cleanest water inside a catchment resides about 6" to 10" from the top. Without a Floating Intake chances are you're sucking water from very near the bottom of the tank where all the organic matter is.

A Floating intake line rest several inches below the surface water and pulls in the cleanest water available keeping your catchment appliances including filters clearer longer.

The more you know how to achieve clean water the healthier you and your family will be.
These make great holiday gifts!
Join Uncle Tilo's First Saturday's Empowerment through Education for Clean Water! FREE!

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Do you know the function and benefits of a First Flush System on catchment systems especially during an eruption?

12/2/2022

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A diverter can be installed just before your tank or near the downspouts. As it begins to rain and water comes down from the roof and gutters it flows from pipes into the diverter. The diverter fills up with the first flush of rain from the roof. Once the diverter is full, the cleaner water flows into the tank.

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Every catchment system needs Leaf Eaters.

12/2/2022

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Leaf Eaters are a type of rain head used to filter contaminates out of the downpipes leading to your rainwater tank. These leaf eaters will not only filter leaves but also debris such as mosquitoes/insects and other pests. This improves your water quality as well as prevents clogging/blockages in your rainwater pipework.

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Learn how you too can fix this problem at the Free Clean Water Education Class this Saturday at our storefront in the Pahoa Marketplace. 10am. Bring a chair!

11/28/2022

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Do you have an Acid Rain Mineral Pack?

11/28/2022

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When each dollar matters.....Give the Gift of Clean Water

11/28/2022

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Gift Bags and Gift Cards are Available at the store!

$100. Gift Bag Value for $75.

Here's what's inside the gift bag:
Acid Rain Mineral Pack
Chlorine & Alkalinity Test Strips
E coli & Coliform Water Test
2 Nylons
Monthly Maintenance Calendar - Reusable year after year!

Give the Gift of Clean Water to yourself, family & neighbors this holiday season!

Get yours while they last!

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Mauna Loa is erupting!

11/28/2022

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The Mauna Loa eruption has already migrated and is erupting from several vents in the Northeast Rift Zone! The lava flows are not threatening any downslope communities and indications are that the eruption will remain in the Northeast Rift Zone.

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Empowerment Through Education for Clean Water!

11/11/2022

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Uncle Tilo's Clean Water is a vendor at Puna Makahiki to share important information for better outcomes with Rainwater Harvesting! Hope to see you there!

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Sustainability: Uncle Tilo Teaches Water is Life Story Begins on Page 32

11/8/2022

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Extra Extra Read All About It Here:
keolamagazine.com/

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About Imagine a Day Without Water

10/20/2022

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What if you could not call a water truck?

Imagine a Day Without Water is a national education campaign that brings together diverse participants to highlight how water is essential, invaluable, and in need of investment. This year, the day of action will take place on October 20, 2022, and will include events, resolutions, student contests, social media engagement, and more, all across the country.

Uncle Tilo’s 2022 agenda provides a roadmap to a more sustainable world with water at its heart. Advancement in sustainable rainwater is a vital element of achieving sustainable goals in human health, environmental, economic and social fields.

To ensure availability and sustainable management of rainwater not only addresses the issues relating to drinking rainwater, but also the quality and sustainability of water resources ensuring healthy lives and combating of water-borne diseases.

Uncle Tilo sets out to mobilize action and further dialogue, cooperation and partnership at all levels in order to help achieve water-related goals and targets for sustainable development. This ambition is in line with our mission statement, vision and goals aiming to expand cooperation and strengthen the participation of local communities in improving drinking rainwater.

Archer & Uncle Tilo will travel to Florida this month to have conversations with the mayor and local officials about Rainwater Harvesting. Why is it not widely implemented as a water source for household use as it is in Hawai'i? It is our hope to open the conversation and assist in the education endeavor for a wider community.

We are passionate about clean drinking rainwater. 2023 goals include:

Facilitate access to knowledge and the exchange of good practices
Improve knowledge including new information relevant to drinking rainwater
Pursue advocacy, network and promote partnerships and action
Strengthen communication actions for implementation of water-related goals
Crowd participation and links to media and social media campaigns
Create posters, fact sheets, and social media tools to empower individuals and organizations to get involved

Stay up to date in water news locally and around the world
right here on Uncle Tilo's Water News

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Did you know?

10/19/2022

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Pahoa Marketplace
Monday - Thursday 10am to 6pm
Friday 9am to 2pm
808.965.1026

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Important public meeting this week to determine protentional wastewater facilities sites in Puna. - online.

10/18/2022

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Pay Attention

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Traffic Impact October 31 - November 4

10/18/2022

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Install new water service!

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Pay attention, this is a Hawai'i water supply.

9/16/2022

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Sierra Club of Hawai'i

Pay attention, this is a Hawai'i water supply.
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KĀHEA: Join OWP at our Water Protectors at the White House Rally on Tuesday, September 20th in Washington DC from 3:00pm - 5:00pm, where we will hold space in front of the White House to demand the immediate Shut Down of Red Hill!
Please bring your Hae Hawai’i & Kapu Aloha. Precise location TBD. Please DM us if you have any questions or are interested in participating!

We will also be joining Red Hill affected family members and SAFE (Scientists, Activists, and Families for Cancer-Free Environments) for their march to EPA Headquarters on the same day, starting from 9am at Freedom Plaza. Hope to see you there!
#Olaikawai #KuKiaiWai #ShutDownRedHillNOW

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Dept. of Water, County of Kaua'i together with Project WET

9/16/2022

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Dept. of Water, County of Kaua'i together with Project WET
brought more than 750 5th graders from around the island to
Make a Splash Water Festival 2022.

What a Blast!
Uncle Tilo & Archer flew to Kaua'i to volunteer and learn more about water. The more we learn the more we can teach at Empowerment through Education for Clean Water Classes held 1st Saturdays.

Uncle Tilo and Archer are both certified Educators and trained Facilitators for Project WET. If you would like them to come to your school class room, girl/boy scouts, senior center, etc. call the storefront or email us for details. 1-Hour hands on fun activities!

808.965.1026
Uncle.tilo@gmail.com

When it comes to water we must all work together

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The vote are in. The community has spoken!

9/2/2022

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Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC

All of us at Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC gives a deep bow of gratitude for our community's votes, trust & Business!
~ Mahalo ~

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Saturday, February 4th at the Billy Kenoi Park Gym.​

​​Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC is part of the “Resource Row”!We hope that you will join us!

Come One Come All - Rain or Shine!​T-shirts and Trash Bags Provided.Team Photo at 8:15am.Bring water, gloves, hat and wear closed toed shoes!

Hurry in and get your Clean Water supplies:Gift Bags, Filters, Mineral Pack, Water Test & Gift Cardsbefore we close for the year!

The more you know the healthier you and your family can be

They make great stocking stuffers!

Gift Bags and Gift Cards are Available at the store!

$100. Gift Bag Value for $75.

Give the Gift of Clean Water to yourself, family & neighbors this holiday season!

Get yours while they last!

​The Mauna Loa eruption has already migrated and is erupting from several vents in the Northeast Rift Zone! The lava flows are not threatening any downslope communities and indications are that the eruption will remain in the Northeast Rift Zone.

Uncle Tilo's Clean Water is a vendor at Puna Makahiki to share important information for better outcomes with Rainwater Harvesting! Hope to see you there!

Extra Extra Read All About It Here: keolamagazine.com/

What if you could not call a water truck?

Stay up to date in water news locally and around the world​right here on Uncle Tilo's Water News

Pahoa MarketplaceMonday - Thursday 10am to 6pmFriday 9am to 2pm​808.965.1026

Pay Attention

Install new water service!

Sierra Club of Hawai'i​

​Uncle Tilo and Archer are both certified Educators and trained Facilitators for Project WET. If you would like them to come to your school class room, girl/boy scouts, senior center, etc. call the storefront or email us for details. 1-Hour hands on fun activities!

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Saturday, February 4th at the Billy Kenoi Park Gym.

Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC is part of the “Resource Row”!
We hope that you will join us!

Come One Come All - Rain or Shine!

T-shirts and Trash Bags Provided.
Team Photo at 8:15am.
Bring water, gloves, hat and wear closed toed shoes!

Hurry in and get your Clean Water supplies:
Gift Bags, Filters, Mineral Pack, Water Test & Gift Cards
before we close for the year!

The Mauna Loa eruption has already migrated and is erupting from several vents in the Northeast Rift Zone! The lava flows are not threatening any downslope communities and indications are that the eruption will remain in the Northeast Rift Zone.

Extra Extra Read All About It Here:
keolamagazine.com/

Stay up to date in water news locally and around the world
right here on Uncle Tilo's Water News

Pahoa Marketplace
Monday - Thursday 10am to 6pm
Friday 9am to 2pm
808.965.1026

Sierra Club of Hawai'i

Uncle Tilo and Archer are both certified Educators and trained Facilitators for Project WET. If you would like them to come to your school class room, girl/boy scouts, senior center, etc. call the storefront or email us for details. 1-Hour hands on fun activities!