When severe weather comes knocking, the question isn't if you're ready - it's how. From suburban backyards in Missouri to multimillion-dollar estates in coastal Florida, Americans are getting creative ...

Every time Isaias Martinez flushes the toilet or washes his hands, he risks losing his home. The septic tank behind the newly constructed house he bought for $627,000 two years ago started leaking ...

Homeowners in Creek County designated for disaster assistance due to the Aug. 3-14 wildfire may be eligible for assistance to repair or replace damaged septic systems and private wells that are the ...