City Warns Sewer Smell Could Last Months

Mt. Carmel City Clerk Rudy Witsman issued the following statement this morning: "As has been previously reported, one of the buildings at the sewer plant has developed a possible structural problem requiring our investigation.  That investigation requires the removal of sludge from the building which in turn creates an offensive odor in the area of the sewer plant.  While the smell is bad it is not harmful.  The Illinois EPA is aware of the situation and the corrective measures the City is taking.

It is likely that the repair or possible replacement will take several weeks or possibly months.  The City will pursue a safe and effective solution to the problem and do it as quickly as possible."

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