Monday, April 6, 2015

100-GALLON OF HEATING OIL SPILL IN TROUT BROOK IN BACK MOUNTAIN, PENNSYLVANIA









APRIL 3, 2015

BACK MOUNTAIN, LUZERNE COUNTY, PA

Fire crews rushed to contain an oil spill in Luzerne County's Back Mountain.
Emergency officials say the oil leaked from a tank at a Dallas Township home on lower Demunds road.

Around 100 gallons poured into Trout Brook, prompting concerns about water contamination.

Thanks to firefighters' quick response, the oil was successfully removed with tools they call "pig mats."

The Department of Environmental Protection was notified of the oil spill.
     
It's unclear what caused the spill, but the investigation continues in Luzerne County.  Perhaps it was an overflow of the heating oil tank during filling operations.