Free water testing: Find out when county can analyze your water

You can have your water tested for free Nov. 14.

The event will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Montgomery County Environmental Services Lab at 4257 Dryden Road in Moraine.

Everyone who attends will receive a free nitrate/nitrite and iron screening. The first 50 attendees will also receive a free and confidential lead, arsenic and manganese screening, according to the county.

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The event is in partnership with the Miami Conservancy District, Ohio Water Well Association, Public Health – Dayton & Montgomery County, Montgomery Soil & Water Conservation District, the University of Dayton, and the Rivers Institute.

The event will also feature:

• Representatives from the Ohio Water Well Association to answer questions about well drilling and water treatment;

• Representatives from Public Health - Dayton & Montgomery County to answer questions about private water systems;

• Discounted bacteria test kits for $20; first metal tests $12; each additional metal $4 each.

For more information or questions, please call (937) 781-3016.

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