The Northwestern Water and Sewer District is reminding anyone preparing meals this holiday season to be aware of what goes down the drain.

“Fats, oils, and grease can solidify and cause blockages in pipes that can lead to backups, clog the plumbing, damage wastewater treatment systems and cause environmental issues,” said Theresa Pollick, spokeswoman for NWSD.

She said the district is reminding area…