Winnetka Residents Can Buy Discounted Rain Barrels To Help Prevent Flooding
By Rachel Barnes
Published on April 2, 2026.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is offering discounted rain barrels for Winneka, Illinois, to prevent flooding and save money on their water bill. The barrels capture rainwater, which can be reused for cleaning purposes and can hold up to 55 gallons of water. The state's Department of Natural Resources estimates that 15 percent of the state's total land area is at risk of flooding, with total stream flow exceeding 25 billion gallons per day. The discounted rain barrel can be ordered at the department's website.
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