FATBERGS
Wikipedia defines a fatberg as “a congealed mass in a sewer system formed by the combination of
non-biodegradable solid matter, such as wet wipes, and congealed grease or cooking fat. Fatbergs became a
problem in the 2010s in England, because of aging Victorian sewers and the rise in usage of disposable
(so-called flushable) cloths.”
“Grease and fat blockages can cause sanitary sewer overflows, in which sewage is discharged into the
environment without treatment. In the United States, almost half of all sewer blockages are caused by
grease.”
“Fatbergs can be mitigated through public awareness campaigns about flushable waste and grease traps for
filtration at the source. Campaigns have been launched against wet wipes because of their effect on
sewer systems.”
“Fatbergs occur in sewer systems around the globe, in cities and smaller towns. Giant fatbergs have
blocked sewers in London, New York, Denver, Valencia and Melbourne.”
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