In brief
The concert at RAC Arena was called off because of a "fat, grease, and rags" blockage, leaving fans disappointed.
In an unexpected twist, a "large" sewer blockage made up of fat, grease, and rags led to the cancellation of Bryan Adams' concert in Perth, Australia. The Grammy-winning musician was set to perform at the RAC Arena on Sunday, but local authorities deemed the situation a public health risk, fearing toilet backups at the venue. Adams took to social media to express his apologies to fans who had queued for hours and promised to reschedule the event in the future. The concert promoter shared that they were equally disappointed, but that full refunds would be provided to ticketholders.Perth's water corporation reported that this fatberg had already caused wastewater overflows in the vicinity, urging the public to avoid any pooled water. Known for iconic tracks like "Summer of '69," Adams has been a staple in Australia's music scene since his debut in 1984. He is still expected to perform in Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne later this week.Fatbergs, notorious for blocking sewage systems worldwide, form when fats, oils, and greases solidify and mix with other debris like rags and wet wipes. Major cities have faced these "monster" blockages, with one in London weighing about three double-decker buses!
