Sewage backup hits Waterside Pointe homes following heavy rain

Groveland city crews are working to repair sewer system problems in Waterside Pointe after heavy rain caused sewage to back up into some residents’ homes.The city said the rain has caused leaks and malfunctions in vacuum pits, which are part of the neighborhood’s sewer system. Crews are repairing individual pits, with work currently focused on Blue Cypress Drive.“We apologize for the headaches this is causing,” city officials said in a statement. “We want to assure you that the issues are being addressed.”The city plans to share updates throughout the day through GrovelandConnect, its text and email notification service. Residents can sign up by texting GrovelandUpdates to 38276.Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.