Sewer Sociology — Celestial Movements

By Kevin Enfinger, ADS

In a fascinating study conducted in Central Texas, this article explores the unexpected impact of a solar eclipse on sewer use in a residential area. It was observed that during the eclipse, there was a noticeable decrease in sewer activity, indicating that residents took time off from their daily routines to enjoy this celestial phenomenon. However, once the eclipse was over, sewer use returned to normal levels. This intriguing data sheds light on the influence of celestial events on societal behavior, suggesting that such occurrences have the power to captivate and unite communities, even in the most mundane aspects of everyday life.