Gary Hawkins
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SepticSmart Week is coming!
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In the Pipeline Ag Safety Alliance newsletter for this week, there is a story from the UK telling of how a farmer was fixing a fence post and ended up flooding the town. The story is titled “100ft high” wall of water shoots from the ground during fence maintenance and you can read the complete…
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If you run out of toilet paper, be careful of what you flush, the end result can be bad. This story provides a story on what has happened, a news story, and a science experiment.
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The Ogallala Aquifer underlies eight western states. Read more about a summit occurring that will address some of the issues associated with water use from the aquifer.
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How do you make sure a new Major League Stadium is ready for opening day? Read the story to find out how the Rangers did this.
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Conserving water made easy with soil moisture sensors. Read how farmers in Arkansas are using technology to conserve water resources.
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Properly maintaining your septic system helps to prevent contamination to your drinking water well. Test the cleanliness of your well water regularly to keep your family healthy. Learn more #SepticSmart tips at https://www.epa.gov/septic
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Love gardening? Your septic system does not! Be careful where you plant as roots can clog the stone and damage the pipes in your drainfield. Parking your car or placing heavy objects on top of your drainfield can also damage it. Learn how to shield your field and be #SepticSmart by visiting https://www.epa.gov/septic
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Don’t Strain the Drain Putting the wrong items into your septic system can put the health of your family and neighbors at risk and result in expensive repairs for your system. Learn what should and should not go down your drain and stay #SepticSmart https://www.epa.gov/septic
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Did you know a typical septic tank needs to be pumped every 3 – 5 years on average? Properly caring for a septic system can be challenging if you’ve never owned a septic system before. With Septic Sam’s Top 10 List, learn easy tips to help prolong the life of your septic system. Check out…