OIL SPILL:
OIL SPILL: A diesel fuel spill has contaminated up to one mile of Olequa Creek between Winlock and Vader,
According to Lewis County Public Health & Social Services. The source of the oil spill appears to be a leaking diesel tank at the Winlock school bus garage, as confirmed by the Winlock School District. A cleaning crew is on site, and it’s unknown how long the cleanup will take.
The Department of Ecology is continuing to investigate the cause and impacts of the diesel spill. You’re urged to avoid swimming and wading in Olequa Creek until further notice, and to keep pets and livestock away from the waterway.
To report any signs of oil sheen, call 1-800-OILS-911.
Contaminates are below :
Contaminant Soil Groundwater Surface Water Sediment Air Bedrock
Benzene B B
Lead B B
Methyl tertiary-butyl ether B
Other Non-Halogenated Organics B
Petroleum-Gasoline C
Petroleum-Othe
Key:
B – Below Cleanup Level
S – Suspected
RA – Remediated-Above
RB – Remediated-Below
C – Confirmed Above Cleanup Level
R – Remediated
Take note that it primarily involves soil and groundwater; the site has been under EPA scrutiny for cleanup since 1998.
Spills Maps– Spills – Washington State Department of Ecology– Secondary Containment- Clark, Cowlitz, SW Lewis GRP – Oil Spills 101
Winlock spill: a focus on soil and groundwater cleanup
This isn’t the first time a spill in the city of Winlock has flowed into the Olequa.
State: Winlock Company Owes $30,887 for Cost of Oil Spill Response After Fire
Aug 19 – Penalty summary for Quarter 4 2023 – Washington State Department of Ecology
Two accidents in one year show risks of Washington oil industry to tribal nations, environment
Vote Aug. 5th
This is what the candidates should be talking about as New Mayor of Winlock, who will be able to lead the cleanup and future cost in the coming years in Winlock City…. The options seem pretty limited for this rural town. One thing is clear: no matter which candidate you choose, you won’t be getting a MAGA supporter.
They’re all following their own agenda and marching to their own beat….. not what “We The People” are needing …
