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Overflow Action Alert

The MWRD has issued an Overflow Action Day alert. Please limit water usage to absolute necessities. Visit our Overflow Action page for more information.

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Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

ABC7 Chicago: The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago has issued an Overflow Action Day Alert Tuesday.

The alert comes with heavy rain on Tuesday and the MWRD recommends reducing water use during and after the storm to help prevent flooding and protect water supply.

MWRD recommends people delay showers or baths, flush less frequently and wait to run the dishwasher or washing machine.

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Established in 1889, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) is an award-winning, special purpose government agency responsible for wastewater treatment and stormwater management in Cook County, Illinois.

 

For more information:

public.affairs@mwrd.org

312-751-6633