VOICED : Flushers fightback against Londons underworld fatbergs

The video explores the hidden world beneath London's streets, focusing on the challenges faced by sewer workers, known as flushers. It highlights the dangers they encounter, such as fatbergs, which are large blockages caused by congealed cooking fats. These fatbergs are costly to remove and require physical labor to break down. The video emphasizes the importance of preventing fatbergs by properly disposing of fats and oils. It concludes by urging viewers to be mindful of the impact their actions have on the sewer system, especially during festive seasons when fatberg formation is more likely.

What is the primary role of London's flushers?

• To maintain and clear the city's sewer system

• To manage traffic near Downing Street

• To provide security for upmarket hotels

• To clean the streets of London

What are fatbergs primarily composed of?

• Tree roots

• Sand and gravel

• Liquid cooking fat and other waste

• Plastic waste

How do fatbergs affect Thames Water financially?

• They increase water supply costs

• They cause £1,000,000 in monthly expenses

• They lead to higher sewage treatment costs

• They reduce water quality

What is one method used to break down fatbergs?

• Freezing them with liquid nitrogen

• Burning them with fire

• Employing high-pressure jets

• Using chemical solvents

What additional challenge do flushers face during the holiday season?

• More tourists visiting the sewers

• Extra cooking fats entering the system

• Higher temperatures in the sewers

• Increased rainfall