Fresh wave of sewage pollution hits Britain’s beaches
Untreated sewage triggers pollution warnings at almost 100 UK beaches after heavy rainfall. …
In a statement Southern Water said: “Rain can overwhelm the combined sewer and drainage system which exists in many parts of our region. To protect homes, schools and businesses from flooding, storm overflows act as a release valve and release excess water into the sea. These discharges are heavily diluted, typically being 95% rainwater. There are around 15,000 storm overflows in England and approximately 1,000 in our region.”
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