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FAQ: 38 questions and answers about our #StormwaterProgram, next steps, fees, and more

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September 24th, 2015
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Since the September 15 Ohio Supreme Court ruling, we have already begun responding to common questions about the program restart, fees, credits, cost-sharing, and more. We revisited some of the questions that existed prior to the program’s suspension in 2013 and added a few we’ve started answering in recent...

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November 24th, 2014
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#BuffaloSnow: 2011 video shows how rain and snow melt can overwhelm streams and sewer systems

Seven feet of snow followed by 60 degree temperatures and rain. The conditions of Buffalo, NY seem almost surreal, but the area is preparing for flooding anticipated as streams and sewers are surely going to be stressed by the combination of warming temps, snow melt and stormwater this week....

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May 16th, 2014
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UPDATE: Storm clean-up, costs, communities, and why a regional #StormwaterProgram is critical

Storm debris clogs the Cuyahoga River under Alexander Road in Valley View May 13, 2014. Could $20 million in inaccessible funds have helped local communities respond to storm damage following Northeast Ohio’s torrential downpour earlier this week? That’s a question we raised here May 13. Communities are facing storm...

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February 18th, 2014
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WEATHER: Why melting snow plus heavy rains equals flooding potential across Greater Cleveland

With inches of snow still on the ground and warming conditions and rain in the forecast, the combination has potential to increase flooding risks across Greater Cleveland. In preparation for upcoming wet weather events, we want customers and residents know how and why wet-weather events impact our region’s sewer...

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December 20th, 2013
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WEATHER: Melting snow, heavy rain, flood warnings in the forecast

With snow on the ground and heavy rain in the forecast, be prepared. Some of our local Cleveland weather friends are predicting several inches of rain likely this weekend. With snow still standing on the saturated ground, it is possible that the rainfall could affect areas prone to flooding....

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February 28th, 2011
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Southerly treatment plant running, fully treating 3x normal daily flow

Although the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District’s Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant was impacted earlier today by flooding, the WWTP continued to treat wastewater throughout the morning. The WWTP is currently providing full treatment at a rate of 360 million gallons per day (mgd) and providing partial treatment to at...

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February 28th, 2011
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Southerly wastewater treatment plant flooded by storm, snow melt

The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District’s Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is experiencing flooding and is limited in its capabilities to treat wastewater entering the plant. This morning’s flooding was caused by heavy rains compounded by snow melt and already-saturated grounds. The Southerly WWTP has experienced damage to buildings,...

FAQ: 38 questions and answers about our #StormwaterProgram, next steps, fees, and more

#BuffaloSnow: 2011 video shows how rain and snow melt can overwhelm streams and sewer systems

UPDATE: Storm clean-up, costs, communities, and why a regional #StormwaterProgram is critical

WEATHER: Why melting snow plus heavy rains equals flooding potential across Greater Cleveland

WEATHER: Melting snow, heavy rain, flood warnings in the forecast

Southerly treatment plant running, fully treating 3x normal daily flow

Southerly wastewater treatment plant flooded by storm, snow melt

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