These reports describe significant environmental incidents reported to and tracked by the National Response Center. They reflect both new incidents and follow-up information describing actions taken for previously reported events. The NRC publishes Incident Summary Reports periodically upon receipt of documentary information from the Federal On-Scene Coordinator.
| NRC Case #: | 028-97 |
|---|---|
| INSUM #: | Sitrep Two and Final |
| Occurence Date: | 6 August, 1997 |
| Location: | Ferndale, WA |
| Source: | Containment Sump Valve |
| Material: | Crude; Jet Fuel |
| Severity: | Medium |
| Quantity Discharged: | 15 Barrels |
| Quantity in Water: | 15 Barrels |
| Body of Water Affected: | Puget Sound |
| Federal On-Scene Coordinator: | MSO Seattle, WA |
SITUATION: This updates the medium spill, which occurred on Wednesday, August 06, 1997 when a valve possibly failed or was left open during pressure testing of the fuel oil line, at the Tosco Refinery. At the time of notification the amount discharged was 15 barrels. Marine Safety Office continues to monitor response efforts by Tosco Refining Co. CASE CLOSED.