What dirties solar panels in New Port Richey
Brackish canal spray
Gulf Harbors and Millers Bayou canal homes sit close enough to tidal water that wind off the Cotee River carries a salt-brackish mist onto panels, and it hardens fast in the afternoon heat.
River tannin drift
The Pithlachascotee River corridor through downtown throws tannin-stained organic dust onto nearby roofs, especially after the river runs high in summer storms.
US-19 corridor grime
The commercial strip along US-19 generates steady traffic film that settles on rooftops set back from the highway on Grand Boulevard and Marine Parkway.
Storm debris
New Port Richey catches direct tropical system tracks more often than inland Pasco, and post-storm leaf and twig debris is a routine spring and fall find.