Health Advisory Lifted in Area Affected by Sewage Overflow

WALDORF, MARYLAND (TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2005) - The Charles County Health Department lifted the advisory today in the stream area affected by an accidental sewage overflow on July 16 from a manhole leading to the pump station located on Route 5 approximately 1/0 mile south of St. Charles Parkway. Testing conducted by the Charles County Department of Utilities indicates that there are no adverse environmental impacts or health issues in the affected area.

For more information, call the Department of Utilities at 301-609-7400 or the Health Department at 301-609-6759.