Texas A & M AgriLife event to offer free well water screening in Weslaco
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Texas A&M AgriLife will host a free well water screening event in Weslaco on June 23, 2026, aimed at residents and landowners in the Rio Grande Valley who rely on private wells. Researchers will assess water and soil quality, highlighting the importance of understanding groundwater safety, especially as surface activities can impact it. Local rancher Aaron Alanis shared concerns about his well water affecting his family's hair quality, emphasizing the need for testing. Samantha Colunga from the Texas Water Resources Institute encourages community participation to mitigate environmental impacts on both groundwater and surface water quality.
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