The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension Florida Well Owner Network will offer a free four-part webinar series to help homeowners better understand private wells, septic systems, water treatment and storm preparedness.
The bilingual series will be conducted via Zoom in English and Spanish and is designed for Florida homeowners who rely on private wells for drinking water and septic systems to treat household wastewater. According to the UF/IFAS press release, hurricanes, flooding and routine maintenance challenges can affect the safety and reliability of these systems, making education and preparedness especially important.
The series will be conducted via Zoom and offered in English and Spanish. Participants may register each online series from this website. Registration is limited.
“Private wells and septic systems are important household infrastructure that can be vulnerable to storms, flooding and maintenance challenges,” said Yilin Zhuang, UF/IFAS Extension water resources regional specialized agent at the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, in the press release. “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.”
The webinar schedule includes:
“Private Well 101: Understanding Your Well and Water Basics”
- English: Aug. 25, 2-3 p.m.
- Spanish: Aug. 27, 2-3 p.m.
“Septic System 101: Understanding Septic Systems and Common Homeowner Practices”
- English: Sept. 1, 2-3 p.m.
- Spanish: Sept. 3, 2-3 p.m.
“Before and After the Storm: Protecting Household Water Systems During Hurricanes and Flooding”
- English: Sept. 8, 2-3 p.m.
- Spanish: Sept. 10, 2-3 p.m.
“Home Water Treatment Systems: Understanding Filters, Softeners, and Treatment Options”
- English: Sept. 15, 2-3 p.m.
- Spanish: Sept. 17, 2-3 p.m. EDT
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
The webinars will be led by UF/IFAS Extension water resources regional specialized agents Zhuang of the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center and Andrea Albertin of the North Florida Research and Education Center.
The Florida Well Owner Network developed the series to provide homeowners with research-based information that promotes safe drinking water, proper septic system maintenance and improved resilience before and after severe weather events.