Bacteria cause the pink or red substance you may find in your toilet bowl, sink, bathtub or shower stall.

Microwave ovens are present in 90 percent of households.

NDSU offers practical, research-based information to help deal with flooding and its aftermath.

Making sure your sump pump works now can prevent problems later.

Plugging drains helps prevent sewage backup.

A nationwide rain and snow reporting network is looking for volunteers in North Dakota.

Prevent snowmelt problems now to avoid damage to homes later.

NDSU’s flood information Web site offers practical, up-to-date information.

National Ground Water Awareness Week is a good time to test your well cap.

Don’t be too hasty when deciding to shovel snow off your roof.