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Back to EpisodesFernie's Wastewater System Overwhelmed by Heavy Rain
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Heavy rain in Fernie, BC, overwhelms wastewater system, leading to untreated sewage release into Elk River. City activates emergency bypass to prevent backups and infrastructure damage. Second such incident in a year, prompting plans for larger treatment capacity and improved lift stations. Residents urged to cut non-essential water use as high streamflow advisory issued.
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