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Do Not Flush!

As always, Sangamon Valley Public Water District urges that residents not flush any of the materials listed below down their toilet, but we wanted to send this out as a reminder as some residents have been unable to purchase toilet paper during the pandemic. Check out the article in USA Today about this reminder.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/03/17/coronavirus-causes-toilet-paper-frenzy-sewer-officials-give-warning/5066669002/

 

Do Not Flush These Materials Down The Toilet:

  • “Flushable” Wipes
  • Baby Wipes
  • Paper Towels
  • Napkins
  • Sanitary Wipes
  • Cleaning Wipes
  • Diapers
  • Feminine Hygiene Products
  • Gloves
  • Prophylactic sheath