Summary
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser declared an emergency due to a major sewage leak into the Potomac River and requested federal assistance. This involves asking President Donald Trump for resources to help fix the problem and reimburse expenses. The leak involves a large pipeline and could take months to repair.
Key Facts
- Mayor Muriel Bowser declared an emergency following a sewage leak into the Potomac River.
- The leak caused 250 million gallons of sewage to enter the river.
- Mayor Bowser requested federal help, including a Presidential Emergency Disaster Declaration.
- The leak came from a pipeline called the Potomac Interceptor, which was built in the 1960s.
- The leak is affecting recreation and has potential economic impacts.
- DC Water and the EPA are working to fix the leak and assess its environmental impact.
- President Donald Trump criticized local management of the spill and discussed federal involvement.
- Drinking water is safe, but people are advised to avoid direct contact with the Potomac River.
