What challenges do Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) communities face?
During large rainfalls, combined sewer systems may become overwhelmed causing sewage to back up flooding streets and basements, as well as needing to be discharged into rivers and lakes.

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1. What is a Combined Sewer System?
2. What is a Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)?
3. How many cities have Combined Sewer Overflows (CSO)?
4. Does Aurora have Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs)?
5. What challenges do Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) communities face?
6. What has Aurora done to improve the Combined Sewer System (CSO) and prevent sewer backups and overflows?
7. Does anyone regulate Combined Sewer Overflows?