MDEQ Expands Pearl River Water Contact Advisory After Sewer Break

MDEQ expands Pearl River water contact advisory after sewer break

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) has expanded a water contact advisory for a portion of the Pearl River following a significant sewer line break reported by JXN Water near Hanging Moss Creek in Jackson. Officials said initial sampling results show elevated bacteria levels in the river downstream of the break, with elevated levels detected as far south as the Rockport community. Four injured …

Emergency repairs complete after sewer main collapse in Rowlett

After a night of uncertainty and frustration for some Rowlett residents, emergency crews have successfully completed repairs on a collapsed sewer main in the northeast part of the city.

Emergency sewer line break: City of Rowlett warns of system backups

The City of Rowlett is warning residents of an “emergency" sewer line break Wednesday night.

Rowlett residents urged not to flush toilets after 24-inch sewer main collapses

A sewer main collapse in Rowlett causes sewage backups. Residents near Liberty Grove are urged to limit water use and avoid flushing toilets.