Houston Public Works responds to nearly twice as many sewer overflows due to blockages caused by grease during the holiday season. Fats, oils, and grease poured down the sink and wipes flushed down the toilet are the main cause of sewer overflows.

The “Protect Our Pipes” campaign asks the community to put oils & grease in the trash, and to only flush the “3 P’s” – pee, poo, and toilet paper. Neighbors can properly dispose of grease by following three steps:

–       Pour leftover fats, oils & grease into a container

–       Cool it

–       Toss the container into the trash

WHAT: 69^th Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Media Tour

WHEN: Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at 1:00pm

 WHERE: 2525 S Sgt. Macario Garcia Dr, Houston, TX 77020