FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) – Raw sewage oozed out of manholes across Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods on Friday as the citywide sewer system attempts to recover from weeks of flooding.
Recent king tides and the past week’s record rainfall have overwhelmed the sewers of Fort Lauderdale, creating a sanitary issue for residents and at least one business.
“Flow is over to the stormwater drains, and that of course goes into the canals,” said resident Paul. “And now I see that the city’s posted warning signs.”…