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Scottish Water Completes Key Sewer Upgrade in Edinburgh UK Scottish Water has successfully completed a £2M sewer network upgrade in Edinburgh as part of its £500M Improving Urban Waters programme. The new storm overflow system will help protect the environment and improve the resilience of the sewer infrastructure, especially during heavy rainfall. This milestone is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Scotland’s water systems and manage urban water challenges. #ScottishWater #SewerUpgrade #Edinburgh #GEOupdates

Here's a Wednesday knowledge bomb about water drainage. Did you know that Edmond city limits are drained by seven different watersheds? 💧 Why it's important: You may have heard the old adage about certain things running downhill, and water is, of course, no different. Stormwater runoff affects and is affected by public infrastructure and private development and the quality of our drinking water depends on responsible control and monitoring of what goes into storm drains, creeks, and rivers. #edmondok #waterquality #development

Sewer and drain backups are no joke. They are #category3 grossly contaminated water loss. A category 3 can include sewage, ocean, river or stream water and toilet backflows that began beyond the toilet trap, regardless of whether visible content is present or it has a particular color. These kind of losses need to be mitigated quickly to avoid secondary loss of the structure or content not originally contacted by contaminated water. Call SERVPRO® Team Dobson 330.393.9999 for all your restoration needs. We are faster to any kind of disaster!

This week is #LondonRiversWeek. As the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, it’s our job to take care of the waterways in our capital city. We’re investing £885 million over the next 5 years to restore London’s river health for good. This is all part of our bigger commitment to invest £13.4 billion in our sewer network by 2040. London’s biggest remaining source of river pollution is storm overflows. Designed in the Victorian era, our combined sewers collect a mix of rainwater and waste, which can spill over into rivers during heavy rain. As our population keeps growing, the pressure on this system is growing – even light rain can lead to a storm overflow. That’s why it’s so important we act now. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/d58gpq9G

As the leaves start to fall, it's the perfect time to clean out your gutters. Clogged gutters can lead to water overflow, contributing to stormwater runoff and potential damage to your home. Regularly clearing them ensures proper drainage and helps protect local waterways from debris. #stormwater #civilengineering #waterquality #aquashield #greeninfrastructure

Across communities, aging sewer systems are creating unexpected challenges for homeowners. Sewer Sentry provides proactive cleanout services to help you avoid backups and safeguard your property. ✨🏘️ Learn more at sewersentry.com. #SewerSentry #SewerSolutions #ProtectYourHome

The House of Representatives just passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, and Riverkeeper was a key voice in helping secure over $300M for New York's water and sewer infrastructure, including: $100M for the Mohawk watershed $100M for Brooklyn $60M for Manhattan $25M for Newtown Creek, Millions for Ulster, Orange, and Dutchess counties, as well as Sleepy Hollow These funds will tackle aging sewer systems, drinking water infrastructure, invasive species, and flood reduction. Learn more about the win here: https://ow.ly/jq3Y50ST1mL Help urge Senate leaders to preserve these authorizations and secure President Biden's approval to ensure critical water projects in NY get the funding they need: https://ow.ly/vzBY50ST1mK #WRDA2024 #WaterInfrastructure #CleanWaterNY #SaveOurRivers #ProtectOurWaters

Did you know that today is National Stormwater Day? On November 16, 1990, the Federal Register announced the promulgation of the NPDES Phase I Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program to protect water quality. ⁠Since then, municipalities across the nation have dedicated time and effort to protect our local waterways from stormwater pollution. ⁠ The water, trash, oil and dirt that washes into your stormwater drains often flows directly and untreated into our nearby lakes, rivers, and streams. By doing your part to prevent stormwater pollution, you can make a direct impact on our precious natural resources downstream. Remember, stormwater becomes stream water. Learn more at www.semswa.org #nationalstormwaterday

The recent storms have highlighted significant failures in our wastewater infrastructure, particularly in Tampa Bay. These failures have resulted in millions of gallons of sewage polluting our neighborhoods and natural habitats. This devastation underscores the critical need for strong, resilient infrastructure capable of enduring extreme weather conditions. Our current systems, designed for a smaller population, are outdated and inadequate to face these challenges. Read more: #Wastewater #Storms https://lnkd.in/gHkcrphD

🌧️ Tackling one of urban living’s biggest challenges—rainwater infiltration—Sewer Sentry’s manhole cover offers: ✔️ Prevention: Water-tight seal to stop rainwater inflow. ✔️ Protection: Safeguards homes from sewer backups. ✔️ Savings: Cuts costs for municipalities and homeowners. Invest in infrastructure that protects your community and the environment. 🌍 #SewerSentry #SewerSolutions #SustainabilityMatters #SmartCities