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.