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This summer, Metro Vancouver was overwhelmed by ‘fatbergs’

The Current

31-10-2024 • 16 mins

Fatbergs are causing costly plumbing issues and sewage overflow in Metro Vancouver. These rock-like masses of waste form when fat, oil and grease are mixed with non-biodegradable items like wet wipes – which is why wastewater experts want us to think twice about what we put down the toilet and drain.

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