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California American Water has issued guidelines for proper disposal of Fats, Oils and Cooking Grease (FOGs) to protect residential plumbing and wastewater systems. The company warns that when FOGs are washed down sinks, they can solidify into thick sludge, causing pipe blockages and system overflows. Neither dishwashing detergents nor garbage disposals can effectively break down these materials. Key recommendations include: never rinsing FOGs down drains, installing drain strainers to catch food scraps, and scraping plates and cookware into trash before washing.

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., has issued guidelines for proper disposal of Fats, Oils and Cooking Grease (FOGs) to protect residential plumbing and wastewater systems. The company warns that FOGs can solidify in pipes, creating thick sludge that leads to blockages and overflows, as neither dishwashing detergents nor garbage disposals can effectively break down these materials. Key recommendations include never rinsing FOGs down drains, installing drain strainers, and scraping food scraps into trash before washing dishes.

California American Water has completed the relocation of 860 feet of pipe in Del Rey Oaks to accommodate the Fort Ord Regional Trail and Greenway (FORTAG) project. The operation involved a two-day shutdown of a 16-inch high-pressure water main, requiring careful coordination to maintain customer service. Multiple utilities along Highway 218 collaborated to minimize community disruption. The FORTAG project aims to connect communities around the former Fort Ord area, including Seaside, Marina, Del Rey Oaks, Monterey, and unincorporated areas, providing a recreational trail for pedestrians and cyclists.

Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), has completed the acquisition of Farmington Township's water and wastewater systems and signed an agreement to acquire Corner Water Supply in Clarion County. The combined $5.8 million acquisitions will serve approximately 1,100 water and 500 wastewater customers. The company plans to invest over $3 million in system improvements over the next five years. Once the Corner Water acquisition is completed, Pennsylvania American Water's Clarion County customer base will expand to about 5,200 water and 3,900 wastewater connections.

California American Water is raising awareness about utility scams on Utility Scam Awareness Day. The company highlights two common scam tactics: imposters posing as utility workers to enter homes and fraudulent urgent payment demands to prevent service disruption.

To protect against scams, customers should:

• Always verify utility worker identification
• Contact the utility company directly through official channels when uncertain
• Remain skeptical of unexpected communications
• Stay calm during suspicious interactions
• Never provide cash payments to field workers

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is raising awareness about utility scams on Utility Scam Awareness Day. The company highlights two common scam tactics: imposters posing as utility workers to enter homes and fraudulent urgent payment demands to prevent service disruption.

To protect against scams, customers should:

• Always verify utility worker identification
• Contact customer service to confirm legitimate communications
• Remain skeptical of unexpected contacts
• Stay calm during high-pressure situations
• Never provide cash payments to field workers

Missouri American Water is raising awareness about utility scams on Utility Scam Awareness Day. The company warns about two common scam tactics: imposters posing as utility workers to enter homes and fraudulent urgent payment demands to prevent service disruption.

To protect against scams, customers should:

• Always verify worker identity by requesting identification
• Contact the utility company's customer service to confirm legitimacy of communications
• Remain skeptical and ask questions
• Stay calm during potential scam attempts
• Never give cash to field workers

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., will participate in the 2024 Mayors Water Council Meeting in San Diego on November 21-22, 2024. The company's executives will contribute expertise on two key topics: Chris Abruzzo, VP of Business Development, will discuss acquisitions related to Public-Private Partnership & Alternative Project Delivery, while Kevin Tilden, President of California American Water, will address Lead & Copper management regarding customer education, notification, and service line materials identification.

California American Water has completed the Dolores Street Water Main Replacement Project in Carmel, replacing approximately 3,000 feet of 100-year-old water main pipe. The project included installing three new fire hydrants and replacing two existing ones to improve water flow for fire protection. The infrastructure upgrade aims to prevent future breaks and ensure reliable water service for local residents and businesses. The project also included road improvements with a slurry seal application on Dolores Street.