An emergency response team is prepared to respond to radiological emergencies. Radon test kits are available. To the top Water Pollution Control Instances of ground water and surface water contamination are investigated. To the top Recreational Sanitation Beaches and swimming pools are periodically checked for water quality and cleanliness. Parks and campgrounds are inspected.
Traps are available for catching nuisance animals.
To the top Water Supply Protection Environmental Health Specialists inspect and provide permits for new wells in the county. Drinking water contamination problems are investigated. Proper abandonment of wells is enforced. Well permits are required for new wells. Public drinking water systems are routinely inspected and sampled.