Free Well Testing Available to Eligible Property Owners
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Free Well Testing Available to Eligible Property Owners

ByTom Atkinson

Source: Oregon.gov PORTLAND, Ore. — Well users in Oregon whose properties were affected by wildfires can get help paying for water testing so they can stay safe from contaminants in their drinking water. In October, the Oregon Legislature allocated funds to Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to support domestic well water testing for an estimated 2,000…

Wells, Septic Systems May be Eligible for FEMA Assistance
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Wells, Septic Systems May be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

ByTom Atkinson

Oregon residents who lost access to waterand sewer servicethrough their private wellsand septic systemsdue to the September wildfirescould be considered for financial assistance under FEMA’s Individualsand Households Program. Residents in Clackamas, Douglas, Jackson, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn and Marion counties designated for federal assistance to individuals and households due to 2020 wildfires may be eligible…