Hawaii American Water discharged about 717,000 gallons of partially treated wastewater at Sandy Beach due to a power outage caused by Tropical Storm Lala. The discharge started around 3:45 p.m. HST and stopped after generator power was restored at 6:30 p.m., with full utility power returning by 9 p.m. The company has posted warning signs along the affected shoreline, advising the public to avoid contact with the water until further notice from the Hawaii Department of Health. This incident highlights the impact of storms on utility services and the importance of safety precautions in affected areas.
American Water reported that over 800 employees participated in more than 90 volunteer projects during their AmerICANs in Action! Month of Service in September, contributing nearly 2,400 hours of community service. The initiative supports environment...
The American Water Charitable Foundation awarded a $25,000 STEM Education Grant to Girls Inc. of Shelbyville to develop an Outdoor Learning Lab featuring a pollinator sensory garden and hands-on STEM activities. This initiative aims to engage youth i...
Kentucky American Water highlighted the poor grades for the state's water infrastructure in the ASCE 2026 report, with a C+ for drinking water and a D+ for wastewater, showing no improvement or decline since 2019. The report points to aging systems, ...
