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Malheur County officials are warning residents about the lingering effects of flooding.

The Malheur River as measured in Vale is below flood stage but “heavy snowpack in the region and high reservoir levels are contributing to increased water flow and dam releases,” according to a statement by Rebecca Stricker, Malheur County Health Department director.

“Saturated soils and a high-water table (as shallow as 3 feet in some areas) are worsening localized flooding impacts.  Communities such as Ontario and Harper are reporting flood-related impacts, including road issues and water pooling near homes,” according to the statement issued Wednesday.

Sticker advised:

• Floodwater in and around your home can make you sick with a bacterial infection or mold growth.

• If you get flood water on your skin or in your eyes, flush well with clean water, such as bottled water.

• Avoid getting cuts and clean all wounds with clean water. 

She also advised those who draw water from wells to be attentive to possible contamination.

“If you are in an area with flooding, there may not be flood water above ground, but the water table may have risen and gotten into below-ground wells,” her statement said. “You can check for flooding by opening the lid on your vaults. Standing water or a mud line where there used to be standing water means flood water has entered the well.”

She said those with questions about septic systems, needed repairs, help with gathering well samples or suspected contamination should contact Malheur County Environmental Health at 541-473-5186.

Meantime, here’s recent reporting for your local news team at the Enterprise.

–Les Zaitz, editor and publisher

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