Fig Street Sewage Crisis Deepens | New Orleans News

For months, Fig Street residents in Hollygrove have endured a nightmare: a gaping hole spewing raw sewage right outside their homes. Backups started in June, leading to a broken pipe and promises from the Sewerage and Water Board that repairs would come “in a few weeks”—a promise that’s gone cold. Rain turns the mess into a flood, health hazards multiply, and vulnerable neighbors—including a breast cancer survivor—face real danger from toxic fumes. Frustration mounts as temporary fixes vanish overnight, leaving the community gasping for answers and action. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/67ac4deade35cc9b