SipSafe Oktibbeha County Profile
The SipSafe program, conducted by the Mississippi State University Extension Service and funded by a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is working to reduce lead exposure in children ages birth to 5 years by screening water in qualifying schools and childcare facilities.
2.0% of results over 10ppb*
5 sample(s) tested over 10ppb
1130 children served^
248 samples taken
12 facilities sampled^
This data was collected between 2021 and 2023.
*10ppb is the proposed EPA action level for lead in drinking water.
^Based on January 2024 report of licensed childcare facilities in Mississippi from MSDH.
For more information, contact Justin Palmer at 662.325.0520 or justin.palmer@msstate.edu.
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