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🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Thousands of small sources suffocate the Oslofjord

A new report reveals that 80,000 small sewage systems are polluting the Oslofjord, leading to harmful algae growth that threatens marine life.

Mar 23 • 05:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Semae's phone in Mogi das Cruzes is out of service this Saturday

The municipal water and sewage service phone line in Mogi das Cruzes is currently out of service, with no estimated time for restoration.

Mar 21 • 19:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fuel leak causes fire in sewage system and blocks avenue in Sorocaba

A fuel leak from a truck ignited a fire in the sewage network of Avenida Adão Pereira de Camargo in Sorocaba, Brazil, prompting temporary road closures but no injuries reported.

Mar 21 • 15:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A person fell into a sewage pit in Lapland - Here was the rescue

A person fell into a sewage pit in Kittilä, Lapland, and was rescued by a neighbor who heard their cries for help.

Mar 21 • 14:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Man fell into a sewage pit in Kittilä - a neighbor's insight saved the stranded person

A man in Kittilä fell into a deep sewage pit, but was rescued by a neighbor who heard his cries for help and acted quickly.

Mar 21 • 13:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

To expand the water supply and sewage networks, a part of two villages has been connected to the city of Dusetos

The Lithuanian government has made a decision to expand the water supply and sewage networks in the Zarasai district by connecting parts of two villages to the city of Dusetos.

Mar 21 • 13:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Person fell into a deep sewage well in Kittilä

A person fell into a deep sewage well in Kittilä, Finland, and was rescued after being trapped for about twenty minutes.

Mar 21 • 12:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Does sewage flowing in the Ganges not matter? Owaisi attacks the arrest for iftar on the boat

Political controversy arises after the arrest of 14 Muslim youths for breaking their fast on a boat in the Ganges, with Owaisi criticizing the action as discriminatory.

Mar 20 • 17:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Sewage sanitation PPP in Goiás draws criticism, lawsuits, and will have a diluted auction

Goiás' sewage sanitation public-private partnership project is facing criticism and legal actions just before the auction, with low investor interest anticipated.

Mar 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With 'tatuzinho', R$ 120 million project promises to benefit 200,000 residents of Maré with sanitation

A R$ 120 million sanitation project in Maré, Rio de Janeiro, aims to provide clean water and sewage treatment for 200,000 residents using advanced tunneling techniques.

Mar 19 • 22:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP requests Gaeco to investigate allegations of supposed criminal organization in Saae of Sorocaba

The Public Ministry of Brazil has requested an investigation by Gaeco into alleged criminal activities within the Water and Sewage Autonomous Service (Saae) of Sorocaba.

Mar 19 • 22:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Consortium wins bidding to finalize sewage treatment and manage sewage system for 30 years in Bauru

The 'Bauru Sanitation Consortium' has been awarded a 30-year contract to manage the sewage system in Bauru, Brazil, and to complete the paused sewage treatment plant project.

Mar 19 • 18:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Iguá Sergipe expands social tariff to more than 100,000 families

Iguá Sergipe is set to significantly increase the number of families benefiting from the social water and sewage tariff, following new regulations that allow the inclusion of over 100,000 clients.

Mar 19 • 18:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Saerb's selection process opens registrations for high school and higher education in Rio Branco; see positions and salaries

The Water and Sewage Service of Rio Branco (Saerb) is conducting a simplified selection process for hiring temporary professionals in various positions.

Mar 18 • 22:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water and sewage bills in Várzea Grande (MT) may rise by 24%; understand

Water and sewage rates in Várzea Grande could increase by over 24%, pending municipal approval.

Mar 18 • 21:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Change in water and sewage services worries residents of Fernando de Noronha

Residents of Fernando de Noronha are concerned about a shift in water and sewage services that may lead to higher bills and misrepresentation of population numbers.

Mar 18 • 18:08 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Drug consumption in Attica, through the analysis of sewage – Cocaine on the rise

A study analyzing sewage in Attica reveals a marked increase in cocaine use, with MDMA also showing a rise during 2024-2025, especially during weekends.

Mar 18 • 17:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gym closed for improper sewage disposal in João Pessoa

A gym in João Pessoa was shut down for illegally discharging sewage into a rainwater drainage system.

Mar 18 • 16:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

No Running Water at Joan Brossa Institute in Barcelona: Six Portable Toilets for 450 Students

The Joan Brossa Institute in Barcelona is currently operating without running water and only six portable toilets for its 450 students following a sewage flood that necessitated evacuation and highlighted structural maintenance issues.

Mar 18 • 15:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Unexpected finding: monitoring of sewage in the AMBA revealed the disappearance of a highly contagious virus in babies

Recent sewage monitoring in the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area revealed that the rotavirus, responsible for severe gastroenteritis, has not been detected in 2025 after its presence in the previous year.

Mar 18 • 15:26 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Cocaine Sewage

New wastewater analyses reveal that cocaine intake is highest on Fridays and Saturdays in Norway, suggesting a concerning trend in drug use among the population.

Mar 18 • 14:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

João Pessoa has a 9.24 point drop in sewage service since 2020, ranking shows

A recent report reveals a notable decline in sewage service coverage in João Pessoa, Brazil, with a drop of 9.24 percentage points since 2020.

Mar 18 • 14:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Macapá is among the 20 worst cities in sanitation index, says Trata Brasil Institute

Macapá ranks among Brazil's cities with the lowest sanitation indicators, with only 14.94% of its population having sewage collection access according to the latest report from the Trata Brasil Institute.

Mar 18 • 09:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: dog rescued after being trapped in sewage pipeline in the interior of SP

A dog was rescued after falling into a sewage pipeline in Igaraçu do Tietê, São Paulo.

Mar 17 • 23:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Untreated sewage is dumped into a creek in the northern zone of Sorocaba

An untreated sewage leak in Sorocaba's northern area has been discharging thousands of liters into a creek, raising environmental concerns and blaming construction irregularities.

Mar 17 • 23:10 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Part of Garliava's residents couldn't use toilets for a week, basement flooded with feces

Residents in Garliava faced a week without access to toilets or running water, leading to significant discomfort and hardship due to sewage flooding in their basement.

Mar 17 • 17:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DMTT blocks stretch of Av. da Paz and creates heavy traffic in Maceió; see alternative routes

Heavy traffic ensues in Maceió due to a temporary roadblock on Av. da Paz for urgent sewage pipeline repairs.

Mar 17 • 14:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After more than 11 months, Sabesp completed work on the megacraters on Marginal do Tietê; repair of asphalt will be handled by the city, says company

Sabesp has completed the repairs on a major crater on the Marginal do Tietê in São Paulo that resulted from a sewage leak, with asphalt repair to be managed by the city.

Mar 17 • 12:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Armadillo emerges from clogged sewer and surprises workers during cleaning in Cuiabá; VIDEO

An armadillo unexpectedly emerged during sewer cleaning in Cuiabá, surprising local workers and highlighting ongoing sewage issues in the area.

Mar 16 • 22:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maintenance of Saae will interrupt water supply in the east zone of Sorocaba; see list

A scheduled maintenance by the Sorocaba Water and Sewage Autonomous Service (Saae) will temporarily interrupt water supply in eight neighborhoods on Tuesday.

Mar 16 • 21:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With rationing maintained, DAE announces measures against drought and cleaning of the Batalha River in Bauru

The Department of Water and Sewage of Bauru announced new measures to ensure water security amid continuing drought conditions.

Mar 16 • 18:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Fetus of four months gestation found in sewage system grid in Limeira

A four-month-old fetus was discovered in the sewage system grid in Limeira, Brazil, leading to an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

Mar 16 • 17:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pilgrims on the way to the statue of Father Cícero in Juazeiro do Norte face open sewage and foul smells

Pilgrims traveling to the statue of Father Cícero in Juazeiro do Norte are confronted with open sewage and waste along their route, highlighting ongoing issues with sanitation in the area.

Mar 16 • 16:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Sewage System in Santa Elena on the Brink of Collapse

The sewage system in Santa Elena, Ecuador, is facing significant problems that threaten public health and sanitation, necessitating immediate action from local authorities.

Mar 16 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sinkhole exposes sewage leak in backyard of house in Itu; resident complains about repair delay

A sinkhole in the backyard of a house in Itu, Brazil, has exposed a sewage leak, prompting the homeowner to complain about delayed repairs from the local sanitation company.

Mar 15 • 18:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 23 thousand families in Montes Claros are entitled to the new Copasa Social Tariff; see how to apply

Over 23,000 families in Montes Claros qualify for a new Copasa Social Tariff that provides a 65% discount on water and sewage bills for those in extreme poverty.

Mar 14 • 21:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains cause flooding and disruptions in neighborhoods of Rio das Ostras

Heavy rainfall in Rio das Ostras, Brazil, has caused significant flooding and disruptions across multiple neighborhoods.

Mar 14 • 21:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump-backed Potomac sewage cleanup complete after massive spill ahead of summer America250 celebrations

The cleanup of a massive sewage spill into the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., has been completed just in time for the America250 celebrations, following significant federal support.

Mar 14 • 20:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Justice suspends agreement between Cedae and Águas do Rio; decision may lead to water bill increases in the Serrana Region

A judicial decision has suspended a discount agreement between water companies in Rio de Janeiro, potentially increasing water and sewage bills for consumers.

Mar 14 • 17:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Who are the key figures in the sewage crisis, and where are they now?

The article discusses the key players involved in the sewage crisis in the UK, focusing on James Bevan's controversial tenure as the head of the Environment Agency.

Mar 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

As compensation?: Burglar leaves two cases of beer behind

A burglar who broke into a sewage treatment plant in Germany stole a small amount of money, a charging cable, and a cordless drill, yet surprisingly left behind two cases of beer at the scene.

Mar 13 • 08:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Arnstorf: Thief Brings Two Cases of Beer to Burglary

A burglar in Arnstorf, Bavaria, left behind two cases of beer while breaking into an office at a local sewage treatment plant and stealing a small amount of money and equipment.

Mar 13 • 07:55 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Sacked manager-turned-whistleblower condemns mould-ridden hospital

A former site manager has exposed alarming health and safety issues at Newcastle's Calvary Mater Hospital, including mould, sewage contamination, and rainwater leaks.

Mar 13 • 07:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Firefighters in Jonava Had to Halt Rescue Operation Due to Aggressive Beaver

Firefighters in Jonava were forced to abandon a rescue operation for a beaver trapped in a sewage well after it displayed aggressive behavior upon their arrival.

Mar 13 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Paradisiacal beaches on one side, sewage water on the other: living without sewage in Arona, one of the main tourist municipalities in Tenerife

Residents of Arona, a popular tourist municipality in Tenerife, are living without sewage systems, facing significant sanitation and ecological crises.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sabesp pipeline replacement closes part of canal 2 in Santos; check it out

A section of Avenida Bernardino de Campos in Santos, Brazil, is closed for vehicles until April 30 due to sewage pipeline renewal by the Sabesp sanitation company.

Mar 12 • 15:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IPTU more than doubles in neighborhood without sewage, asphalt, and treated water in the interior of SP

Residents of the Chácara Santa Lourdes neighborhood in São José do Rio Pardo, SP, are upset after their property tax (IPTU) bills increased significantly despite lacking essential infrastructure.

Mar 12 • 14:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘Makes you want to vomit’: foul smell from a sewer in a neighborhood of Mogi das Cruzes lasts over 10 years

Residents of the Mogi Moderno neighborhood in Mogi das Cruzes have endured a foul smell from a sewage issue linked to housing developments for over a decade.

Mar 12 • 14:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tallinna Water Renovates Record Amount of Piping

Tallinna Water is undertaking a record renovation of its water, sewage, and stormwater piping systems, with significant projects aimed at reducing flooding risk in various areas of the city.

Mar 12 • 12:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Horse rescued after falling into a sewage treatment well in Bahia; operation lasted five hours

A horse was rescued after falling into a sewage treatment well in Irecê, Bahia, with the operation lasting five hours to retrieve the animal.

Mar 12 • 11:25 UTC

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