The health and livelihood of Americans depends on the availability of a safe drinking water supply. Increasing water demands from a growing population, economic expansion and increasing use per capita mean that we need to emphasize the wise use, proper management and protection of this resource. The four land grant universities provide many research-based educational materials on drinking water and human health. View an HTML version of the flyer here, or download the 11x17 PDF flyer here, or download the 4-page PDF version here.
Nitrate is the most common inorganic drinking water contaminant in the four Pacific Northwest states. If you get your water from a private source (well or pond) you should be concerned about nitrates in your drinking waters. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update highlights our drinking water and human health efforts over the last decade. Specific project outputs include: 1) domestic water use handbook, 2) several contaminant specific fact sheets, 3) regional wells and septic system program, 4) regional expertise directory, 5) regional conference on groundwater, and 6) a project directed at protecting groundwater in rural Alaska. The regional team has also surveyed consumers about their drinking water needs and issues. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update highlights PPCPs and their occurrence in drinking water supplies. Pharmaceuticals are widespread in our nation's waters as over 100 different compounds have been found. However, to date EPA has not set standards for any of these products in drinking water and there is no evidence that any of them pose a health threat to humans. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update highlights consumer attitudes and the status of drinking water in our four-state region. Based on our regional survey, we found out that 76 percent of the residents get their drinking water from a municipal (includes both community and public) water system. Conversely, 24 percent of the region's residents get their drinking water from a private well or private surface water source. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update discusses the pros and cons of bottled water use. Drinking water supplies are safe for the vast majority of PNW residents. Except for convenience, emergencies, and isolated contamination in private water sources the expense associated with buying bottled water should be avoided. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update discusses who should have their home drinking water tested. For consumers that should have their water tested, specific chemicals and the frequency of testing are discussed. Also general information about water testing services are covered. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update highlights how drinking water has improved over time. Prior to 1880 little was done to improve the safety of drinking water. In 1974 Congress passed the Safe Drinking Water Act to ensure high quality water at the tap. This law is the foundation for safeguarding our drinking water supply. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update highlights both primary and secondary drinking water standards. Primary standards are based on health considerations and are enforced by the EPA. Primary standards protect consumers from three classes of toxic pollutants: pathogens, radioactive elements, and toxic chemicals. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This flyer provides information about our new "Safe Drinking Water Campaign" that is designed to increase public literacy about potential drinking water contaminants. Over the next 12 months we will deliver educational programs on iron, nitrates, arsenic, and Cryptosporidium. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This flyer provides information about obtaining safe drinking water supplies in times of emergency. The recent disasters on the Gulf Coast show how important this information is to consumers. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This flyer highlights the University of Alaska's program efforts at protecting family drinking water in rural Alaska. This effort centers on remote rural Alaskan villages that often lack access to piped water and sewers. This program has the potential to greatly benefit public health in these villages. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
Drinking water results from a survey on water issues are highlighted in this flyer. The survey was conducted in 2002 and jointly developed by the University of Idaho, Oregon State University, Washington State University, the University of Alaska, EPA Region 10, and USDA-NIFA. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
Pacific Northwest educators and Extension personnel are frequently called upon to answer questions or concerns regarding drinking water. In an effort to meet the needs of our districts and to assist Extension personnel in the ease of finding information, the PNW region has produced Domestic Water Use: A Resource Guide for Extension. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
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