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flag Louisiana and the feds sue Smitty’s over Aug. 22 explosion spilling oil 47 miles downstream, citing pollution and failed cleanup.

flag Louisiana and the federal government have sued Smitty’s Supply over an August 22 explosion at its Roseland plant that released oil and pollutants into the Tangipahoa River, with contamination spreading nearly 47 miles downstream. flag The lawsuit alleges inadequate cleanup efforts, prior Clean Water Act violations, and ongoing environmental harm including dead wildlife and air quality issues. flag Federal and state agencies are seeking damages and enforcement of environmental laws, citing a pattern of noncompliance. flag Smitty’s attributes the blast to a defective heater and says it is actively cleaning up and complying with regulations. flag The EPA reports the fire is 98% contained.

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