Lake Ripley board receives update on Enbridge spill; early samples likely contained oil, DNR assisting
The board heard an update that early water samples after an Enbridge spill contained unidentifiable substances likely kerosene, diesel or oil; additional testing for organic volatile compounds is ongoing and Enbridge is paying for the tests. The minutes note the DNR is assisting and that local social media includes some falsehoods.
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The Lake Ripley Management District board on Dec. 27, 2024 received a staff update on an Enbridge oil spill affecting the lake. The minutes state early water samples contained unidentifiable substances that were "likely kerosene, diesel or oil," and that more samples are being tested specifically for organic volatile compounds. Enbridge is paying for the tests and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is assisting with the response, according to the minutes.
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