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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Reclaimed Water Discharge Incident Reported in Tampa Bay Area

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City Of St. Petersburg | City Of St. Petersburg website

City Of St. Petersburg | City Of St. Petersburg website

In a recent incident on March 20, an estimated 96,000 gallons of reclaimed water were discharged at the 2600 Block of 61 Ave. S. in the Tampa Bay area. According to reports, approximately 78,000 gallons of the discharged water made its way into the Tampa Bay. The incident was attributed to a line break, which has since been addressed. The affected site has undergone cleaning and sanitization procedures to mitigate any potential environmental impact.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance to prevent such occurrences. The timely response to the discharge and the subsequent cleanup efforts demonstrate a commitment to environmental stewardship in the region.

As the situation has been resolved, residents and local authorities can rest assured that the necessary measures have been taken to address the reclaimed water discharge incident.

We urge residents to stay informed about environmental incidents in their area and to report any concerns to the appropriate authorities promptly.

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