Nov. 26, 2002 – The Planning and Natural Resources Department issued a public advisory on Tuesday afternoon that raw sewage was flowing from manholes into the streets in the Barren Spot and Mon Bijou housing communities, as well as in the vicinity of Ricardo Richards Elementary School.
The statement said that Public Works personnel were taking steps "to alleviate the problem." But until further notice, it said, residents should avoid stormwater runoff such as guts, puddles and drainage basins in the areas.
"Standing or running water in these areas may contain contaminants or pollutants harmful to human health," the advisory said, and parents should steer their children clear of the areas cited.
Anyone wanting more information about water quality should call DPNR's Environmental Protection Division at 773-1082.
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