A sprinkler waters a field amidst wildfire smoke in Aumsville on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter)
Nearly 2,000 families impacted by last year’s wildfires can get free well testing for contaminants.
In October, the Legislature allocated money for water testing for those who rely on wells for drinking water. If demand exceeds supply, people with low income and communities of color will be prioritized, according to the Oregon Health Authority.
Well users can find steps needed to access the funds at healthoregon.org/wells.
OHA is providing testing vouchers to well owners through May 15.
The tests will look for presence of bacteria, nitrates, arsenic, lead and chemicals that are hazardous byproducts of fire.
-Saphara Harrell
