People advised to avoid Clinton River after raw sewage discharged into water in Macomb County
Public health advisory after sewage gets into Clinton River
A public health advisory is in effect for Washington Township after a sewer line rupture led to sewage getting into the Middle Branch Clinton River. Macomb County residents are also advised to avoid the river until testing can be completed.
MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. (FOX 2) - A sewer main ruptured this week and discharged raw sewage into the Middle Branch Clinton River in Macomb County this week, prompting a health emergency.
The break happened on Hayes between 25 and 26 Mile roads in Washington Township.
What you can do:
Washington Township residents are advised to limit their water usage while crews work to repair the break. This includes shortening showers, minimizing how often you flush the toilet, and avoiding washing laundry, if possible.
Drinking water is not impacted, according to the Washington Township supervisor. Homes with septic systems are also not affected.
In addition to limiting how much water is being used, all people are advised to avoid the Clinton River until testing can be completed. This is expected to take several days.

What's next:
Hayes is closed between 25 and 26 Mile roads while the break is repaired.
Numerous agencies, including the Macomb County Health Department, Washington Township DPW, Macomb Township DPW, and the Macomb County Drain Office, are working together to handle the problem.
Updates will be shared when available.
The Source: Information is from a Macomb Township press release and Washington Township supervisor Sebastian Previti.