South West Water claims it is seeing fewer incidents across Devon and Cornwall because of its campaign.
A campaign has helped stop huge amounts of fats, oils and grease from being poured down drains, South West Water said.
These are formed when congealed fats, oils and grease cool and harden in drains, leading to blockages.The firm said it had given advice and grease trapping equipment to food-based firms over the last 18 months. "We have upped the ante on fighting dreaded fatbergs by engaging with and supporting more food service establishments across Devon and Cornwall than ever before," SWW said.Project manager Andrew Blake said the scheme had been a "step in the right direction" but more work was needed.
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