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Norfolk River Hit by 4,359 Hours of Sewage Spills

4/2/2025

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In 2024, the River Ant near How Hill in Norfolk suffered a staggering 4,359 hours of sewage spills—over 180 days of contamination. Anglian Water blamed extreme weather and rising water levels for this crisis. With nearly 4 million hours of sewage discharges nationwide, the public demands urgent action and accountability from water companies to protect our waterways.

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Story summary

In 2024, the River Ant near How Hill in Norfolk suffered a staggering 4,359 hours of sewage spills—over 180 days of contamination. Anglian Water blamed extreme weather and rising water levels for this crisis. With nearly 4 million hours of sewage discharges nationwide, the public demands urgent action and accountability from water companies to protect our waterways.