CTV News
Flushing wipes down the toilet instead of tossing them in the trash causes millions of dollars in damage to Metro Vancouver’s sewers each year.
In order to combat the problem, the regional district has launched what it calls an “adult toilet training campaign” to remind people wipes belong in the garbage.
“Just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean your toilet training is over. Too many people are still flushing wipes, causing all kinds of problems in the sewer system,” said a statement from Mike Hurley, chair of the Metro Vancouver board of directors.
“Most people are already doing the right thing, but we need everyone to remember – only flush pee, poo and toilet paper.”
The regional district spends an average of two million annually on clearing clogs caused by wipes. According to an announcement launching the campaign, roughly one in four people report flushing wipes at least occasionally – and men between 18 and 35 are the most likely culprits. …