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The easiest way you can
prevent sewer overflows
is to keep FOG out of
the sewer system.
WHAT IS FOG?
FOG stands for fats, oils, and grease. FOG is
found in common foods and food ingredients
such as meat, fish, butter, cooking oil, gravy,
sauces, mayonnaise, and food scraps. There are
also “hidden oils,” such as salad dressing, syrup,
batter, and cheese.
HOW DOES FOG AFFECT ME?
When FOG is poured down the drain, it sticks
to the inside of sewer pipes and restricts the
wastewater flow, eventually causing a blockage.
Blockages cause costly repairs and cleanup for
you or even neighbors downstream. It also can
cause sewer overflows that damage the system
and pollute our waterways.
WHAT CAN I DO?
Wipe visible FOG and food scraps from
plates, pots, and utensils into the trash
for disposal.
Never pour FOG down your sink drain, garbage
disposal, or the sewer system.
Pour cooled FOG into a container such as
empty pet food, vegetable, or coffee can. Allow
material to cool and solidify. Secure the lid and
place in the trash when full. COOL IT, CAN IT,
& TRASH IT.
Encourage neighbors to keep FOG out of the
sewer system.
For more information,
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Keep Fats, Oils, and Grease
Out of Your Drain
FOG should go in a can and once its cooled
into the trash never down the drain.
WORKING TOGETHER, WE CAN IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF OUR WATER.
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