Sewage Damage

Why you shouldn’t flush flushable wipes

Package of wet wipes with big red "X" and the words "Don't Flush" across the top of. the image.

You should not flush wet wipes down the toilet, even if they are labeled as “flushable.” This is because wet wipes are typically made of synthetic materials that do not break down as easily as toilet paper. When wet wipes are flushed, they can clog pipes, sewer systems, and wastewater treatment plants.

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