AWWA to host webcast on H1N1 planning.
Press Release Summary:
Although disinfected tap water does not transmit H1N1 virus, there are still actions utilities can take to diminish impact on customers. On May 14 from 1-2 p.m. EDT, AWWA will host H1N1 Planning and Response for Water Utilities Webcast, during which panel of experts will speak to water professionals about reviewing and updating emergency plans, while offering practical advice on how utilities can prepare for pandemic influenza.
Original Press Release:
AWWA to Host Webcast on H1N1 Planning
H1N1 Planning and Response for Water Utilities - An AWWA Webcast
(DENVER, CO) - As health organizations continue to monitor the spread of the H1N1 virus and focus on containing the spread of the disease, the water community, in its commitment to public health, is paying close attention. Although disinfected tap water does not transmit the disease, there are still actions utilities can take to diminish the impact on customers.
On Thursday, May 14 from 1 to 2 p.m. EDT, the American Water Works Association will host the H1N1 Planning and Response for Water Utilities Webcast. During the webcast a panel of experts will speak to water professionals about reviewing and updating emergency plans, while offering practical advice on how utilities can prepare for a pandemic influenza.
Webcast presenters include:
Marie Pearthree, Principle Project Manager, CH2M Hill
Don Broussard, Water Operations Manager, Lafayette Utilities, Lafayette, LA
Dr. Michael Beach, Assistant Director for Healthy Water, Centers for Disease Control
For more information on webcasts and registration details, go to http://www.awwa.org/Education/webcasts.
AWWA is the authoritative resource for knowledge, information, and advocacy to improve the quality and supply of water in North America and beyond. AWWA is the largest organization of water professionals in the world. AWWA advances public health, safety and welfare by uniting the efforts of the full spectrum of the entire water community. Through our collective strength we become better stewards of water for the greatest good of the people and the environment.
