The Taqing (“Taching”) village water project is now complete. Three separate areas containing a total of 55 households and 300 residents now have water. The first area received water back in June and the last home was connected only last week. The village residents were overwhelmed with gratitude as they have water at their homes for the first time in the history of the village.Some stats:·2 springs developed·4 storage tanks constructed·11,000 meters of trench dug & pipe installed·55 homes served·300 people receive clean waterAmong those especially thankful for this gift of water were the elderly in the village. Comprised mostly of women, the elderly were forced to walk the rugged trails to the distant contaminated water source and carry their buckets of water home each day. Now, their lives are easier and safer with water just outside their doors.On behalf of the residents of Taqing village, Thank you!
Spring Development
Village residents help with the construction including this spring protection tank.
Main Storage Tank
Water is piped underground from the spring to this storage tank. From here the water is piped to each home.
Hard Working
The village residents, eager to receive clean water, are more than willing to participate in the project.
New Pipe
All of the trenches are dug by hand to a depth that will protect the new water pipe. If done well, the water piping should last more than 25 years.
A Family Endeavor
Entire families are out to help in the work. This kind of work is nothing new to the Nosu people. They work hard each day on their farms.
Sometimes Dangerous
The generator is used to connect the pipe and must be carried wherever the pipe goes. The piping routes are sometimes in precarious locations.
Ready to Head Out
Due to the rough terrain all the materials must be carried on the backs of the residents. These are light loads compared to those they often carry.
Families Receive Water
These families now have water just outside their door. The clean water will have long term positive impact on their health and safety.
Women and Elderly
Women and the elderly are most benefited. Rather than making the daily trek over unsafe trails for their water they can now step outside their doors.