WHO Technical Note for Emergencies 15: Cleaning wells after seawater flooding

Many people living in coastal regions rely on shallow groundwater for their water supply. Seawater flooding after a severe storm or tsunami can damage wells and contaminate the groundwater.
 
This techical notes provides advice for rehabilitating wells in such circumstances. It should used in conjunction with Technical Note 1 which provides general information about rehabilitating wells after a disaster.

Contents:

Rehabilitation and cleaning of wells

Step 1: Removing debris and excess salinity

Step 2: Natural cleaning

Step 3: Disinfect the well

Precautions