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Back to EpisodesSmithers Residents Still Suffer from Flood's Sewage Stench
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Residents in Smithers, West Virginia, continue to grapple with a foul sewage odor four years after devastating floods in August 2022. The floods damaged sewer lines, causing raw waste to flow into a nearby creek, contaminating the area and rendering backyards unusable. The issue stems from infrastructure damage, with much of the sewage originating from the Mt. Olive Correctional Complex. Despite paying for sewer services, locals face water shutoff threats if they dont pay. The smell is so overwhelming that its affecting daily life and outdoor activities, leading some families to stop drinking tap water. State Delegate Elliott Pritt is advocating for a permanent solution, and a community meeting was held to gather details on household needs and medical issues. Efforts are ongoing to address this long-standing problem and provide relief to the affected residents.
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