Oklahoma just had serious severe weather that caused flooding and power interruptions. For information on how to deal with septic systems when there is a power outage, check this video: https://t.co/Kacuq56b72
Let’s prevent the spread of covid19 by disinfecting surfaces. HOWEVER, take note that while most of the disinfectant wipes are flushable, they are NOT biodegradable. They could mess up your onsite septic system. DO NOT flush wipes in the toilet!
Students can’t come to the lab.... so we virtually bring the lab to them. Our first stab at filming a Virtual Drive-Through Lab Exercise for the students in Fundamentals of Soil Science. This one about Ion Exchange Properties of Soils.
Third day of the @cowboyseptic summer CEU tour. This time with installers, pumpers, and soil profilers from the northeast corner of Oklahoma. Thanks for the lively discussion! Many thanks to the Delaware Co. Ext. Office in Jay, OK for hosting us. Off to Fairview, OK tomorrow!
Many thanks to the septic system installers, pumpers, porta-potty operators and soil profilers who attended the 4-hour continuation education class today at Antlers and yesterday at Lawton, OK. Looking forward to tomorrow’s class in Jay.
Q: What do I do if my septic tank is effected by floodwater?
A: Watch to learn more from Dr. Sergio Abit, @okstate wastewater treatment systems specialist, below!
📺: @SUNUPtv
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After floodwaters recede:
🔸Minimize water use
🔸Clean/disinfect areas in the 🏠 affected by backflow
🔸Visually inspect the system
🔸Have a professional inspect the ATU before turning on
🔸Do not drink well water until test results come back safe
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Oklahoma just had serious severe weather that caused flooding and power interruptions. For information on how to deal with septic systems when there is a power outage, check this video: https://t.co/Kacuq56b72
Dr. Abit explains his onsite wastewater treatment demonstration site to the southern region department chairs. #DYK 4 out of 10 🏠s in Oklahoma have an on-site wastewater treatment system? Our fact sheets help 🏠owners learn how to maintain them, here: https://t.co/2QYidFFtro.
Aerobic Treatment Units (ATU) are the most widely-used septic system in Oklahoma. It is also requires the most maintenance. If you have an ATU, check out this video. #AerobicSystems@clearstreamsys
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The word "thunderstorm" appears in the Oklahoma forecast in 13 out of the next 14 days. Wonder what to do if your septic system is flooded? Check out this video below. #septic#septicsystems#septictank