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December 10, 2020 11:11 am
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) reminded all Rhode Islanders on Thursday to refrain from flushing disinfectant wipes, even if they say “flushable”.
Last week, the Johnston Sewer Department notified the DEM that the main sewer line on Pocasset Street was clogged with a ‘massive ball of wipes and sanitary products’ that had been flushed down a toilet.
Over 30 families that live on Pocasset Street were affected by the situation, as it took maintenance staff over a half-hour to clear.
The DEM said in addition to clogging the sewer pipes, the situation also caused 1,125 gallons of sewage to overflow into the Pocasset River.
Other communities have also raised concerns recently about wipes causing clogs, the DEM said.
The DEM first warned of the problem with flushed wipes in March, as the coronavirus pandemic was taking hold, and people increased their use of the wipes.
People should not flush any types of wipes, including baby wipes and wipes labeled disposable, according to the DEM. Wipes are made to be durable and don t easily break down in sewer lines and pumping stations the way toilet paper does. Wipes should be thrown in the trash.
The problem isn t restricted to Rhode Island, but flushed wipes are causing problems around the country and other parts of the world, according to Matthew Puglia, a senior engineer in the DEM’s Office of Water Resources - Wastewater Treatment Facility Operations and Maintenance program.