A community garden could be contaminated by a major flood on Saturday

The area being rehabilitated by the community was completely flooded by Saturday’s hurricane. Pop Up Oasis Community Garden A few days before the flood, he planned to gather fruits and vegetables for the community. The 13th and Livorworth gardens are free of toxins that can contaminate debris, debris and all plants. “There may be pollution in the soil. And we don’t want anyone to get sick or hurt by trying to give back to the community. ”No more empty pots. The soil is tested for a variety of toxins, but it can be very expensive. “Tests run from $ 100 to $ 850. Because we are not sure what was washed in the water, ”said Williams. Williams says it is advisable to wait at least 120 days before eating any herbs. This means that the garden should be maintained until November. Or then to start harvesting again. Despite all the damage done to the garden, Williams hopes the community will come together to recover. It is the love of people and the earth that helps in healing and endurance here, ”said Williams. If you are interested in volunteering, go to popupoasis.org.

The area being rehabilitated was completely submerged by Saturday’s hurricane.

Pop Up Oasis Community Garden A few days before the flood, he planned to gather fruit and vegetables for the community.

The garden is located on the 13thTh And Levenworth has been exposed to toxins that can contaminate debris, debris and all plants.

“There may be pollution in the soil. And we don’t want anyone to get sick or hurt by trying to give back to the community, ”said Nancy Williams, general manager of No More Empty Pots.

The soil is tested for various toxins, but it can be very expensive.

“Tests cost $ 100 to $ 850. Because we are not sure what was washed in the water, ”said Williams.

Williams says it is advisable to wait at least 120 days before eating any herbs. This means that the garden must wait until November or later to start harvesting again.

Despite the damage to the garden, Williams hopes the community will come together to renovate it.

“They cannot replace the hours of labor and love that went into it, but it is the love of people and the earth that helps in healing and enduring in this place,” Williams said.

If you are interested in volunteering, go to popupoasis.org

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