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Community members support survey efforts

Environmental impacts from open drains are a threat to human health in the local community and downstream.

Open drainage sites were photographed and on site water samples were taken to assess local water quality impact.

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Loose PVC caps serve as a pressure relief valve

Temporary outlet solutions for stilt homes that are poorly connected to the main sewage treatment system contribute effluent directly to the water, impacting water quality and human health. Homeowners supported these survey efforts to support better engineering solutions and infrastructure repair.