During a stormwater inspection, an inspector collects a first-flush sample. What environmental concern does first-flush sampling specifically address?
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A
Baseline dry-weather pollutant concentrations
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B
The elevated pollutant loads carried in the initial runoff that washes accumulated surface contaminants
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C
Groundwater infiltration into the storm sewer system
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D
Chlorine residual from drinking water main breaks