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Metropolitan Water Reclamation District - OVERFLOW ACTION DAY ALERT

Jason Ervin Ward 28 ✉️ [email protected]
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Summary

Alderman Jason C. Ervin (28th Ward) alerts residents to prepare for heavy rain and to reduce water use during and after the storm to help prevent flooding and protect water quality (e.g., delay showers/baths, flush less, and avoid running dishwashers or washing machines). Other than the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Overflow Action Day notice, the newsletter contains no zoning, housing, transit, budget, or street-safety policy updates or events.

Email from Jason C Ervin

  Standing Tall For The 28th Ward ------------------------ March 2026

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

OVERFLOW ACTION DAY ALERT



Heavy rain is expected in the Chicagoland area today, March 10th. Reduce your use of water during and after the storm to help prevent flooding and protect water quality:


* Delay showers and baths

* Flush less frequently

* Wait to run the dishwasher or washing machine


Flooding and sewer backups can happen for a variety of reasons. To help prevent flooding inside or around your home, there are actions you and your family can take before and during rainfall.





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Click Here to Learn What You Should Do During Flooding