WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – Alicia Saintsing-Vawter walks by the retention pond between Canterwood and Physician Drive almost every day – and it’s now dirtier than ever.
“There was a lot more trash accumulated, as well as debris,” said Saintsing-Vawter. “It was just a lot more concerning than usual.”
These ponds are not only used for enhancing landscapes, but they also help to store stormwater to prevent flooding, especially after storms like Tropical Storm Chantel…