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Learn to safeguard your well water, septic system for storm season

Many Floridians rely on private wells for drinking water and septic systems to treat household wastewater. Hurricanes, flooding and routine maintenance challenges can affect the safety and reliability of these systems.

To help homeowners prepare, the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Florida Well Owner Network is offering a free four-part webinar series covering private wells, septic systems, water treatment and storm readiness. The series will be conducted via Zoom and offered in English and Spanish. Participants may register each online series from this website.

“Private wells and septic systems are important household infrastructure that can be vulnerable to storms, flooding and maintenance challenges,” said Yilin Zhuang, a regional water resources specialized agent at the UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center. “Whether you are new to these topics or simply looking for trusted information, this webinar series provides practical, research-based guidance to help homeowners protect their water quality, better manage their systems and know where to turn when questions arise.”

Event Details:
Private Well 101: Understanding Your Well and Water Basics  
August 25, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (English)
August 27, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (Spanish)
 
Septic System 101: Understanding Septic Systems and Common Homeowner Practices
September 1, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (English)
September 3, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (Spanish)
 
Before and After the Storm: Protecting Household Water Systems During Hurricanes and Flooding
September 8, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (English)
September 10, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (Spanish)
 
Home Water Treatment Systems: Understanding Filters, Softeners, and Treatment Options
September 15, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (English)
September 17, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (Spanish)

Registration is limited. Choose between the English and Spanish series by registering on one of these websites:

English: Private Well and Septic System Webinar Series
Spanish: Serie de seminarios web sobre pozos de agua privados y sistemas sépticos

Host Instructors:  
Yilin Zhuang, UF/IFAS Extension Water Resources Regional Specialized Agent, Mid-Florida Research and Education Center 

Andrea Albertin, UF/IFAS Extension Water Resources Regional Specialized Agent, North Florida Research and Education Center

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