This Sunday, local Girl Guides will take to the streets of Downtown Strathroy for the Yellow Fish Road program—a fun, hands-on initiative aimed at raising awareness about stormwater pollution.
As part of the campaign, the group will paint yellow fish symbols next to storm drains, delivering a simple but crucial message: only rain should go down the drain.
Why is this important?
Stormwater runoff flows directly into natural waterways like the Sydenham River—completely untreated. That means pollutants such as soap, oil, paint, and litter are washed straight into the environment, harming wildlife and degrading water quality. Each yellow fish serves as a bold visual reminder that small actions can make a big difference in protecting local ecosystems.
Written by: C. Soares
(Photo: Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc)