Chattahoochee River Contamination Traced to Fulton County Wastewater Plant
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A sewage spill from Fulton County's Big Creek Water Reclamation Plant has contaminated an 11-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee River, forcing its closure from Morgan Falls to Peachtree Creek. The spill, which is still ongoing, has resulted in dangerous levels of E. Coli in the water. Crews are working to clean up the spill and a disinfection system has been installed to reduce bacteria levels. The Army Corps of Engineers will release extra water from the Buford Dam to dilute the sewage. Officials hope to reopen the river in time for Fourth of July activities.
Topics:nation#big-creek-water-reclamation-plant#chattahoochee-river#environment#fourth-of-july#sewage-spill#water-contamination
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