Greenville Utilities is reporting a wastewater spill that sent over 1,500 gallons of sewage into a local creek yesterday afternoon.
Crews discovered the overflow at the intersection of MacGregor Downs and Allen Roads just after five p.m. Officials say a massive grease buildup caused a manhole to fail, sending the waste into Schoolhouse Branch, which feeds into the Tar River.
The spill was stopped within forty-five minutes. GUC has since treated the area and downstream waters with a chlorine solution.
People are reminded to never pour grease or oil down the drain to prevent future blockages.
