Definition of “sewage” by Spec Services: Sewage refers to wastewater and excrement conveyed in sewers. It typically consists of a mixture of water, human waste, food scraps, chemicals, and other debris that is flushed down toilets, drains, and sinks from homes, businesses, and industries. Sewage can also include stormwater runoff in some systems. It requires proper treatment to remove harmful contaminants before being released back into the environment to prevent pollution, health hazards, and environmental damage.
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