A catastrophic sewage spill involving millions of gallons of raw sewage has been reported flowing into the Potomac River upstream from Washington, D.C. DC Water crews are actively working to install bypass pumps and contain the overwhelming sewer overflow. The situation is compounded by a sewer line collapse near Clara Barton Parkway, creating additional challenges for local infrastructure and environmental safety. Traffic disruptions have occurred as lane closures are implemented near I-495 due to the incident. Despite the severe pollution, authorities have confirmed that the drinking water remains unaffected. Crews are racing against time to manage the situation as they face inclement weather conditions. Efforts are also underway to address the sewage overflow impacting the nearby C&O Canal.