x
Breaking News
More () »

Public advisory issued after sewage overflows into Edgewater Beach

Raw sewage and storm water overflowed into Lake Erie during today's heavy rain prompting the advisory.

CLEVELAND — The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is asking visitors to stay away from Edgewater Beach.

As a result of Sunday morning’s storms, an advisory was posted in response to a combined sewer overflow at the beach around 3:00 a.m. Raw sewage and stormwater overflowed into Lake Erie during today's heavy rain prompting the advisory.

“Our region has experienced many strong storms in recent years, an ongoing trend that we will see more of in the future,” said Director of Watershed Programs Frank Greenland. “CSOs, along with flooding and streambank erosion, all impact water quality throughout our region. Fortunately, the Sewer District is developing a regional solution to manage these sizeable issues and protect our region’s greatest natural resource: Lake Erie.”

According to the manager at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, Project Clean Lake – the Sewer District’s 25-year, $3 billion capital improvement plan – will reduce combined sewage entering Lake Erie and other area waterways.

RELATED: Updates: Heavy rains overnight cause severe flooding across Northeast Ohio

RELATED: High floodwaters close Jennings Road in Cleveland for hours

RELATED: Flood warning in effect for multiple Northeast Ohio Counties

RELATED: #3weather: Most of Northeast Ohio still under flood watch through Sunday morning

RELATED: Sewer officials warn against flushing disinfecting wipes down the toilet – even if the package says ‘flushable’

RELATED: Conditions at Edgewater causing concern for some athletes competing in USA Triathlon

Before You Leave, Check This Out