Frequent Questions about Wastewater and Septic Systems and Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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Frequent Questions about Wastewater and Septic Systems and Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Wastewater and Septic Systems

Can I get COVID-19 from wastewater or sewage?

Is it okay to flush disinfecting wipes?

Do wastewater treatment plants treat COVID-19?

Will my septic system treat COVID-19?

Should wastewater workers take extra precautions to protect themselves from the COVID-19 virus?