Augusta, GA
Grease build-up causes sewage overflow, impacting water supply in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Utilities Department has disclosed the reason behind a sewage overflow that took place last month in Richmond County.
According to a report released by the department, grease was identified as the cause of the minor sewage spill, which impacted water in Butler Creek on June 30th. The affected areas included Rosier Road and Elliot Boulevard.
The Augusta Utilities Department stated that crews managed to address and resolve the issue in less than an hour.
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