A damaged pipe released wastewater into a local creek. Some of the wastewater continued to flow through the pipe. Cleanup efforts are underway in the creek.
What we know
- Crews are pumping contaminated water from pools near the break back into the sewer system.
- Residents are advised to avoid contact with the creek until the cleanup work is complete.
- Some small fish have been found in the affected area despite initial reports of no fish kill.
- Replacing aging sewer infrastructure is a priority to prevent future sanitary sewer overflows.
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