Did you know that 50 percent of the so-called non-dispersible material in wastewater is paper towels from restrooms, followed by 25 percent of baby wipes, and then a mixture of condoms, cosmetic wipes, tampon applicators, and other items’?
These items cause blockages which result in expensive service interruptions to both customers and the Municipal Authority
Think twice before flushing the toilet. These items should never enter the sewage system.
1. Paper Towels & Rags
2. Various “flushable” Wipes
3. Dryer sheets & Lint
4. Condoms
5. Tampons and Pads
6. Dental Floss
7. Contact Lenses
8. Cotton Swabs
9. Diapers
10. Tissues
11. Medication
12. Cigarette Butts
13. Hair
14. Chewing Gum
15. Cooking Grease and Oil
16. Bleach
17. Band-Aids
18. Paint
19. Cat Litter
20. Cotton Balls