Widespread, routine occurrence of pharmaceuticals in sewage effluent, combined sewer overflows and receiving waters.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2016.10.087
Abstract: Research addressing the occurrence, fate and effects of pharmaceuticals in the aquatic environment has expanded rapidly over the past two decades, primarily due to the development of improved chemical analysis methods. Significant research gaps still… read more here.
Keywords: widespread routine; combined sewer; occurrence; sewer overflows ... See more keywords
Predicted sediment toxicity downstream of combined sewer overflows corresponds with effects measured in two sediment contact bioassays.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2019.02.079
Abstract: The present study investigated the sediment toxicity along 100 m transects downstream from three different combined sewer overflows (CSOs) using a coupled substance risk assessment and bioassay approach. As a first step, a risk assessment according… read more here.
Keywords: sediment toxicity; csos; combined sewer; toxicity ... See more keywords
Microbial diversity and function in response to occurrence and source apportionment of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in combined sewer overflows
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.123723
Abstract: Abstract A deep understanding of the environmental behavior of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in combined sewer overflows (CSOs) is essential for evaluating and mitigating PAHs in the urban environment. This study characterized occurrence of 16… read more here.
Keywords: source; combined sewer; aromatic hydrocarbons; sewer overflows ... See more keywords
Optimal distribution of green and grey infrastructures coupled with real time control of the sewer for combined sewer overflows control as an adaptation measure to climate change
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DOI: 10.1080/1573062x.2024.2312497
Abstract: ABSTRACT Optimization of the spatial distribution of green infrastructures (GIs) was performed for a combined sewer system located in the Province of Quebec, Canada, using a simulation-optimization tool with the aim of reducing seasonal combined… read more here.
Keywords: real time; control; sewer; sewer overflows ... See more keywords
Combined Sewer Overflows and Gastrointestinal Illness in Atlanta, 2002–2013: Evaluating the Impact of Infrastructure Improvements
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DOI: 10.1289/ehp10399
Abstract: Background: Combined sewer overflows (CSOs) discharge untreated sewage into surface and recreational water, often following heavy precipitation. Given projected increases in frequency and intensity of precipitation due to climate change, it is important to understand… read more here.
Keywords: illness; combined sewer; atlanta; sewer overflows ... See more keywords
An environmental sampling and community-driven methodology to understand and address risks from sanitary sewer overflows and basement backups.
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DOI: 10.2166/wh.2025.357
Abstract: The release of untreated sewage from failing wastewater systems occurs globally, exposing residents to a range of negative physical and mental health outcomes. These circumstances might be particularly prevalent in underserved populations that often have… read more here.
Keywords: methodology; sampling community; environmental sampling; sewer overflows ... See more keywords
Modeling of E. coli distribution for hazard assessment of bathing waters affected by combined sewer overflows
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DOI: 10.5194/nhess-20-1219-2020
Abstract: Abstract. Combined sewer overflows (CSOs) affect bathing water quality of receiving water bodies by bacterial pollution. The aim of this study is to assess the health hazard of bathing waters affected by CSOs. This is… read more here.
Keywords: hazard; bathing water; water; combined sewer ... See more keywords