Local municipalities are reminding residents that toilets are not trash cans.
You’re reminded that sanitary sewer systems are not designed to dispose of anything other than human waste, toilet paper and wastewater.
During the COVID-19 pandemic the use of cleaning wipes has significantly increased. Residents are reminded these are not to be flushed down the toilet. Other items that should not be flushed include, hygiene products, baby wipes, cleaning materials, paper towels and rubber gloves.
Flushing any other materials down the drains can result in:
- Damage or blockages to your home plumbing, which could lead to basement flooding.
- Damage to the City’s sewer pipes located under the streets, which could lead to basement flooding.
- Increased operation and maintenance costs for the City of Pembroke to clean and repair the City’s sewer pipes.
- Decreased life of equipment at Pollution Control Centre and increased maintenance & repairs.
- Harm to the environment.
Your understanding and cooperation in helping protect critical infrastructure is greatly appreciated.
Remember think before you flush.
