Aging septic systems fuel Florida’s growing water quality crisis
Most septic systems were never designed to remove nitrogen, a nutrient that fuels algae growth.
Most septic systems were never designed to remove nitrogen, a nutrient that fuels algae growth.
Even in years with smaller blooms, the health and financial impacts can be severe.
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