Wellington Water says five properties in suburb of Island Bay were affected after a blocked main caused a wastewater overflow

Woken by lightning and rain, Richard Peters went to check for possible flooding - and was disgusted by what he found.

WELLINGTON: Homes in New Zealand's capital were flooded with faeces and sanitary products on Friday (Jun 5) after an overnight storm blocked wastewater pipes, the city's utilities…

The capital city’s utilities company said crews were working to remove debris and disinfect the homes.

WELLINGTON, June 5 — Homes in New Zealand’s capital were flooded with faeces and sanitary products today after an overnight storm blocked wastewater pipes, the city’s...

Wellington Water says five properties in suburb of Island Bay were affected after a blocked main caused a wastewater overflow

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