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VSR water protection is accepting rehearsals on the market square on August 4th
Groß-Gerau. The yellow laboratory mobile phone of the VSR water protection stops again in Groß-Gerau. On Monday, August 4, 2025, owners of garden fountain can hand over their water samples for analysis 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. on the market square The non-profit organization again offers the option of having the water examined on stresses such as nitrate, acid and salinity.
There was already great interest last year - over 130 people brought samples to the information stand. The so -called basic examination is carried out directly in the Labormobil and costs 12 euros. The evaluation takes place on site by the team around Milan Toups and Georg Stüker, which is also available for advice on water use in the garden. Additional parameters can be checked for an additional charge, for example for the suitability of the water for paddling pools, pond or as an emergency drinking water.
Loads often not visible
According to VSR water protection, fountain water is often contaminated with nitrates, pesticides or pathogens -without this being visible or smellable. Therefore, an analysis is important, especially when using for vegetable pages or children's pools.
For a meaningful examination, it is recommended to use PET bottles (0.5 liters, filled with the brim) The results of the examination are sent by post. For questions, Milan Toups can be reached on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 02831 9763342 .
Presentation and regional nitrate map
For the first time, the association at the information stand shows a screen presentation for nitrate pollution in the Groß-Gerau district. An interactive nitrate card for Hesse with results of previous measurements can also be called up online:
www.vsr-gewaesserschutz.de/regionales/hessen
Tips for saving water in the garden
In addition, the association provides practical information on the sustainable handling of well water . So it should be cast in the morning or in the evening to avoid evaporation. There is also a conscious decision with the size of the paddling pool: "The smaller the pelvis, the less water is needed," emphasizes Georg Stüker.
Background: VSR water protection
VSR water protection was founded in 1980 and is active nationwide. The organization carries out analyzes of fountain and stream water, but is dependent on the help of citizens in groundwater samples.
(Gross-Gerau-Red)
