What kind of water is in the sprinkler truck?
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The water in the sprinkler truck is reclaimed water. Reclaimed water: Refers to various types of wastewater that have undergone professional treatment to meet specified water quality standards but cannot be used as domestic water. For cities, various industrial and domestic wastewater is generated daily, and how to treat this wastewater is particularly important, hence the emergence of various sewage treatment plants. Most of the treated reclaimed water is used for watering plants, environmental cleaning, etc. Sprinkler truck: Also known as a spray truck, multi-functional sprinkler truck, landscaping sprinkler truck, water tanker, or water transport truck. The sprinkler truck is suitable for various road surface cleaning, watering trees, green belts, lawns, construction sites at roads and industrial enterprises, and high-rise building cleaning. It has functions such as sprinkling, dust suppression, high and low position spraying, pesticide spraying, guardrail cleaning, as well as water transport, drainage, and emergency firefighting.
I worked in the urban road maintenance department for several years. The water in sprinkler trucks mainly comes from the municipal tap water system. Drivers directly draw water from fire hydrants or designated water stations, as municipal water undergoes strict treatment to ensure it is clean and harmless, making it suitable for spraying in public areas. During droughts or resource shortages, some cities may use reclaimed water, such as treated wastewater, but they always ensure it meets safety standards and poses no harm to pedestrians, plants, or the environment. I have personally reviewed water quality test reports, which showed moderate hardness and no bacterial contamination. Operationally, drivers inspect the storage tanks daily to ensure cleanliness and prevent water from deteriorating. In summary, this water is reliable and safe, designed for effective dust suppression and green space irrigation, so there’s no need for concern in daily contact.
