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flag EPA cleans up after August fire in Roseland, LA, recovering millions of gallons of waste and preventing river contamination.

flag The EPA continues cleanup efforts in Roseland, Louisiana, after a August 24 fire at Smitty’s Supply burned across several acres of petroleum products and equipment. flag Over 9.7 million gallons of liquid waste have been recovered, with more than 5.7 million gallons removed for disposal. flag Crews are using skimmers, booms, and 52 frac tanks to manage oil, operating 24/7 at nearby ponds. flag Stormwater controls, including fortified ditches and underflow dams, are in place, with a controlled release of runoff initiated on October 6 to prevent river contamination. flag Highway 51 remains closed. flag The EPA is holding public office hours in Amite, Ponchatoula, and Hammond through October 11, with ongoing water sampling and monitoring of the Tangipahoa River.

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