Tag: Yilin Zhuang

Water Wednesday Recap – Does Florida Have Enough Water?

by Yilin
May 11, 2020

Some of you may already know we are starting a new series - Water Wednesday. Water Wednesday is a Facebook Live series provided by Agents and Specialists in UF/IFAS. Every Wednesday 2 pm ET, we will live stream at Water Talk at Facebook page ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Florida Water, Water, Water Conservation, Water Protection, Water Quality, Water Quantity, Water Wednesday, Yilin Zhuang

Water Wednesday – A Facebook Live Series

by Yilin
April 24, 2020

Water is the foundation of life. The Water Resources Regional Specialized Agent, Yilin Zhuang, is teaming up with County Agents in Central District and launching a new water series on Facebook Live - Water Wednesday. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Facebook Live, Florida Water, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Water, Water Conservation, Water Quality, Water Quantity, Water Science, Water Wednesday, Yilin Zhuang

Flushable or Not

by Yilin
March 25, 2020

With a national shortage of toilet paper, people are purchasing “flushable” wipes instead. Are these “flushable” wipes flushable or not? (more…) READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Clogged Pipes, Flushable Wipes, Wastewater, Wastewater Treatment, Water, Yilin Zhuang

Water Wednesdays – Florida-Friendly Landscaping

by Yilin
January 1, 2020

Happy New Year everyone! Are you thinking about taking on a New Year's resolution or two? How about adopting one or two Florida-Friendly Landscaping practices? Water Wednesdays in January will focus Florida-Friendly Landscaping. What Is Florida-Friendly ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: FFL, Florida Water, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Water RSA, Water Wednesday, Yilin Zhuang

Go Springs & Get Wet

by Yilin
September 26, 2019

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Category: Events, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Adventure, Kayaking, Rainbow River, Yilin Zhuang

Protect Your Private Drinking Well Water

by Yilin
August 26, 2019

Protect Your Private Drinking Well Water A source of clean drinking water is critical for human health. Many rural residents obtain their drinking water from a well and thus they need to take special care to protect their water source ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Contaminants, Drinking Water, Private Well Water, Well Water, Yilin Zhuang

What Can You Do After Your Well Is Flooded?

by Yilin
August 23, 2019

We’ve gotten a lot rain in the last couple of weeks. Some areas were flooded. When heavy rains bring flooding to an area, people don’t often think about the damage caused to their private drinking wells. If your well has been flooded, ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Coliform, Contamination, Disinfection, E.coli, Flood Waters, Shock Chlorination, Water, Well Water, Yilin Zhuang

Is Your Water Hard?

by Yilin
May 17, 2019

Have you noticed some white buildups on dishes after you run the dishwasher? Do your faucets have a crusty sediment on them? Highly likely it is because your water hard. What ... READ MORE

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Tags: Calcium Buildup, Calcium Carbonate, Groundwater, Hard Water, Magnesium, Ppm, Sodium, Water Softener, Yilin Zhuang

Is Your Well Water Well?

by Yilin
February 21, 2019

Does your family get drinking water from a private well? Do you know if your water is safe to drink? Come to this class to learn how to manage and protect your well water, and get a FREE WELL TESTING for bacteria. First Thursday of each ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Bacteria, Drinking Water, Private Well Water, Safe To Drink, Well Water, Yilin, Yilin Zhuang

It is Out of Sight But Not Out of Mind

by Yilin
February 13, 2019

Understanding onsite wastewater treatment systems Many people choose to live in the country because they cherish the peace and quiet, the wide open spaces, and the beauty of nature. Today, however, I am going to talk about something that may ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Clogged Pipes, Drainfield, Flushable Wipes, Four Ps, Groundwater, Organic Matter, Rural Living, Septic System, Sewage Overflow, Wastewater Treatment, Yilin, Yilin Zhuang, Zhuang

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