Union workers' strike in Philadelphia will affect water, wastewater systems
According to CBS Philadelphia, thousands of union workers went on strike this week following a stall in contract negotiations with the city.
Many employees who have walked off the job are responsible for repairing and maintaining Philadelphia's water, wastewater and stormwater systems, CBS Philadelphia reported.
The Philadelphia Water Department stated that despite the strike, core services involving sewer treatment and drinking water access, will continue. The department went on to say that residents can expect potential delays with permit processing, water connection services or repair work.
Appointments for new construction and repairing water meters are also temporarily paused.
CBS Philadelphia noted that the strike comes as the city is also anticipating severe weather, causing more concerns regarding flooding.
The strike is open-ended, and will continue with no official end date.
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