All articles tagged with #sewer overflow
A report from Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District revealed that approximately 6 million gallons of wastewater spilled into the environment due to a sewer pipe crack, likely starting on August 13, with the spill detected on August 22, prompting emergency response and ongoing environmental monitoring.
Sub-freezing temperatures in Seattle caused frozen pipes, leading to sewer overflow in a West Seattle apartment complex, impacting multiple residents and causing health concerns. The apartment management's response to the situation has left residents feeling unsupported, with one resident forced to seek shelter in a neighbor's unit and another concerned about the long-term health effects of the sewage leak. Residents have filed claims with their renter's insurance companies but have not received support to find temporary housing.