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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 21, 2007
CONTACTS
Jack Daniel, Administrator, Office of Drinking Water and Environmental Health,
(402) 471-6435
Mike Wentink, Training and Certification Officer, (308) 535-8135
Marla Augustine, Communications and Legislative Services, (402) 471-4047
Free Water Testing Offered at State Fair
Lincoln—Fairgoers can have their drinking water tested for nitrates during the
Nebraska State Fair in Lincoln, August 24 to September 3.
Individuals who get their drinking water from domestic wells can bring a cup-size
sample to the Devaney Sports Center (Booth U17) on the Fairgrounds between 10 a.m. and 9
p.m., except on August 24 when the booth will be open between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., and on
September 3, when the booth will be open between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. There is no charge for
the test, which takes about ten minutes.
Nitrates are a health concern for infants under six months of age and pregnant women.
High levels of nitrates interfere with the blood’s ability to carry oxygen and can
cause "blue baby" syndrome.
The water testing is sponsored by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services,
Division of Public Health. For more information, contact the Office
of Drinking Water and Environmental Health, (402) 471-2541.
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