This message is to inform you that the rain event of June 30, 2024, resulted in many
combined sewer overflows from the Springfield WasteWater treatment plant. These overflows
sent over 224,076 gallons of untreated wastewater into the Connecticut River. While the
release of untreated wastewater has ceased, Public Health officials recommend avoiding
contact with these water bodies for 48 hours after the discharge ceases due to increased
health risks from bacteria and other pollutants. The discharge consists of rainwater and
untreated sewage and waste. Activities to avoid include, but are not limited to, swimming,
wading, fishing, kayaking and canoeing.
If you have any questions about this event, please visit springfieldalerts.com or the Health
department’s page of the town website.
