There’s something else to consider even after the heavy rains and flooding have moved on; if you have a well that was submerged during the severe weather it could be contaminated, according to public health officials.

According to a report in the Summerville News, wells that have NOT been covered by water are probably safe to drink from.

Health officials caution anyone checking a well, to first make sure that the electricity has been turned off.  If you believe your well could be contaminated contact Tiffany Schrader at the Chattooga County Health Department by calling (706) 857-3471; she’ll have a sample of the water tested to make certain everything, is indeed, safe.

Health officials’ stress that wells should be disinfected at least once a year.

(Summerville News)