DC mayor declares emergency, asks President Trump for help on sewage spill on the Potomac

The local declaration is asking the president to issue a Presidential Emergency Disaster Declaration. It seeks full reimbursement for the money the city and local utility DC Water are spending on repairs.

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Feb 19, 2026 - 05:48
DC mayor declares emergency, asks President Trump for help on sewage spill on the Potomac
The local declaration is asking the president to issue a Presidential Emergency Disaster Declaration. It seeks full reimbursement for the money the city and local utility DC Water are spending on repairs.
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