September 26th was World Environmental Health Day. The spaces we live, work and play are integral to the health of our community. Green County Public Health is here to support community members and the environmental health of Green County.

Community members who have private well water should test their water at least once per year. Drinking water can become contaminated and contain elements that are harmful for human health. According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, almost 18% of water samples from Green County private wells had elevated Nitrate levels, whereas the avera...