Tar River

Rocky Mount Sewers Spill 15 Times in One Month

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Aftermath of a sewage spill in Rocky Mount, showing a murky river with nearby cleanup efforts.

A Series of Spills in Rocky Mount Rocky Mount, North Carolina, has been grappling with a series of severe sewer spills, leading to the discharge of nearly three million gallons of sewage into the Tar River and surrounding waterways in less than two weeks. The spills, which began in late July and persisted through mid-August, … Read more

1.7M Gallons of Sewage Spill into Tar River, NC

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Contaminated Tar River with sewage overflow under a trestle, warning signs along the riverbank, and city officials in safety gear assessing the situation.

The City of Rocky Mount recently reported a significant environmental incident: a 1.7 million gallon sewage overflow into the Tar River. The overflow was traced to a utility hole located under the trestle on River Side Drive. Local Impact on Tar River The Tar River, cherished by locals for recreational activities like fishing, kayaking, and … Read more