CHEEKTOWAGA, NY: On July 10, 2024, at 10:30 PM, the Cheektowaga Sanitary Sewer (NYS900020) reported a significant sewage discharge at the pump station located at 2730 Harlem Rd. This incident led to the release of untreated sewage into Scajaquada Creek due to heavy rainfall.
Incident Overview:
- Discharge Duration: 52 minutes
- Volume: Approximately 8,100 gallons per minute
- Affected Waterbody: Scajaquada Creek
- Public Impact: Unknown
The discharge occurred during severe weather conditions, overwhelming the system. Efforts to manage the situation included continuous monitoring of flows during the wet weather bypass event.
For more details on environmental regulations and public health protections, refer to the Sewage Pollution Right to Know Act (SPRTK).
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