Drain Collection (#5)

If you want to get rid of mosquitos, drain the swamp that breeds them. Illustration shows Uncle Sam, at the edge of a swamp labeled The Tariff in Politics

British troops draining marshes, Salonika Front, WW1
British troops belonging to a Labour Battalion, trying to prevent malaria by draining marshes at Danbabali on the Salonika Front during the First World War. Date: 1917

Lightning conductor beside drain pipe on church tower, St. Bartholomews Church, Chipping, Forest of Bowland, Lancashire, England, november

Field drainage, automatic level and excavator in arable field, Pilling, Lancashire, England, march

Field drainage, pipe and continuous pipe laying machine working in arable field, Pilling, Lancashire, England, march

Milk going down drain on dairy farm, Cheshire, England, march

Brown Rat (Rattus norvegicus) adult, backlit, standing in drainpipe, England, august (captive)

Field drainage, continuous pipe laying machine working in arable field, Pilling, Lancashire, England, march

Storm water outfall on seafront of seaside town, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

Pasta being drained using a colander

Wasting money, conceptual image

Bath plug being pulled. Bath tub full of water about to be emptied

Soap and water. Bar of soap next to a plughole in a sink, with running tap water. Cleaning the hands with soap removes dirt and some bacteria. This can help prevent the spread of bacterial diseases

Plughole food trap. Food debris in a food trap for protecting a sink plughole. Food debris can clog up household plumbing. This device allows the debris to be trapped and disposed of properly

Unprotected plughole without a food trap. The food debris seen here may clog up the plughole and the pipes. A food trap should be used instead, as seen in image H130/428

Running water
Running tap water draining down a sink plughole. Tap water in houses is used for drinking, cooking and cleaning. Dirty water is disposed of down a plughole

Draining spaghetti. Boiling water being drained from cooked spaghetti through a colander

Road drainage pipe. Metal culvert for draining water off a road. If water is not drained properly from a road, erosion can severely damage the road and its foundations

Collecting sap from a silver birch tree (Betula pendula) for wine making

Early refrigerator, 19th century

Skontorpe Cove, Antarctica
Skontorpe Cove, Antarctic peninsula. Moulin or glacial drain hole in iceberg showing blue ice

Joseph Bazalgette, British civil engineer
Joseph Bazalgette (1819-1891). Bust of the British civil engineer Sir Joseph William Bazalgette. Bazalgette is most famous as the builder of Londons sewer system

Cyclist in Bridge Street, Haverfordwest, South Wales
A cyclist with his bicycle smiles at the camera in Bridge Street, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales

Rue Michelet, Algiers, Algeria
The Rue Michelet, Algiers, Algeria

Underground Pipes
A worker turns a valve, while standing next to two pipes, possibly containing water or gas. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Marmaris - Main Square
Turkey - The Main Square (with water fountain) at Marmaris in the province of Caria. The ancient name for Marmaris was Physkos - part of the Rhodian Empire during the reign of Alexander the Great

Boys on the Pavement
Two young boys sit and play on the pavement

Broads - Drainage Mills
Drainage mills on the Ant : they were formerly employed to drain the marshlands, but have been replaced by more advanced though less picturesque technology

Formula One World Championship: Turn ten drain covers which came loose during the race causing the retirement of Juan
Turn ten drain covers which came loose during the race causing the retirement of Juan Pablo Montoya (COL) McLaren. Formula One World Championship, Rd19, Chinese Grand Prix, Race, Shanghai, China

DTM: Problems with the drain covers on the track
Problems with the drain covers on the track. DTM, Rd3, Norisring, Germany, 27-28 June 2009

A sewer drain overcome with flood water, Ambleside, Cumbria, UK
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Hip Chelsea Types
She wears a scoop neckline mini-dress and knee high boots; he is more outrageous in brightly patterned drain- pipe hipster trousers, silk scarf and lounge jacket

Removal of Fluid
Fluid removed from a patients abdomen using a stomach drain

Washing / Equip / Sink & Out
Cut-out diagram showing the installation of a sink and its outflow into the drain pipe outside

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"From Pneumothorax Treatment to Unblocking Sewers: The Multifaceted World of Drains" A life-saving procedure: Pneumothorax treatment being performed by skilled medical professionals. An X-ray revealing the intricate network of pipes connected to a kitchen sink and washing machine, highlighting the importance of proper drainage systems. Newtons rents off Twine Court in Shadwell, once located at the heart of one of Stepney's worst slums, now transformed with improved drain infrastructure. A close-up shot showcasing a durable Glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) roof valley designed to efficiently channel rainwater away from buildings. An advertisement for Redex Engine treatment reminding car owners about the significance of maintaining clean fuel lines and preventing clogs that can hinder performance. Ritemp Washing Machine ensuring efficient water drainage during laundry cycles, making household chores hassle-free. A drainage grid serving as an essential component in urban planning, effectively managing stormwater runoff and preventing flooding incidents. Reflecting on history: Le Cateau 1914 - where soldiers faced challenging conditions including muddy trenches and inadequate drainage systems during World War I battles. "Liquor down the Drain": Highlighting responsible alcohol consumption practices rather than wasting valuable resources or causing harm to oneself or others. When things go wrong: "Down the Drain" captures moments when unexpected events lead to unfortunate outcomes due to poor decision-making or unforeseen circumstances involving drains. Exploring early mine ventilation techniques used underground: Men clad in heavy oilskin protective clothing comb through London's tunnels unblocking sewers back in 1881 – a testament to their dedication and bravery.