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Posted on: February 18, 2025

[ARCHIVED] Save Your Pipes, Don't Flush Your Wipes

Bucket of wipes that were raked off of a sewage grate

Say NO to "Flushable" Wipes!


  • Clogging Pipes: The wipes do not break down in water like toilet paper, leading to blockages in pipes and sewer lines.
  • Sewer System Damage: Clogged pipes can overwhelm the local sewage system, causing costly repairs and potential environmental contamination
  • Environmental Impact: Wipes can end up in our rivers and streams, polluting our waterways and harming wildlife.

So what should YOU do?

  • If you use wipes, dispose of them in the trash, not the toilet. 
  • Educate your family, friends, and neighbors to help protect our community infrastructure and the environment.

Let's work together to keep Portland's plumbing and waterways clean and safe!

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