Residents in parts of St. Petersburg, Florida, are facing water conservation measures as the city's sewer treatment plant has been taken offline to protect it from the effects of Hurricane Helene's unprecedented storm surge.
The city has issued a warning advising residents not to drain water, take showers, do laundry, or flush toilets to prevent sewage backup into homes or businesses. The Northeast Sewer Treatment Plant is the only facility expected to be impacted by the storm surge.
Officials have stated that it will take a minimum of 48 hours to resume wastewater operations at the facility once inspections and repairs are completed.
The precautionary measures are being implemented to safeguard the city's sewer infrastructure and prevent potential health hazards that could arise from sewage backup.
Residents are encouraged to cooperate with the water conservation guidelines until the sewer treatment plant is back online and fully operational. The city is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as the situation progresses.
As Hurricane Helene continues to impact the region, residents are urged to stay informed about any further developments and to follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities.
