CHARLOTTE — Nearly 3,800 gallons of wastewater spilled into McMullen Creek in the Catawba River Watershed on Thursday, Charlotte Water officials said.
Officials said a blockage of debris caused the overflow. It totaled 3,720 gallons.
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“A majority of wastewater overflows can be prevented with your help,” said Cam Coley, spokesperson at Charlotte Water. “Anything put in plumbing or a manhole can cause wastewater overflows, spilling raw sewage into your street, your creek or even inside your own home
No other details were released.
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