Tag: environmental_investigation
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Iowa DNR Investigating Two Manure Spills in Davis and Crawford Counties
An overturned tanker spilled up to 6,500 gallons of manure near Lake Wapello State Park, while a broken hitch sent 750 gallons into Buffalo Creek. Cleanup is underway in both counties.
EnvironmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsAgricultureDisasters Iowa Department of Natural Resourcesmanure spillLake Wapello State ParkBuffalo CreekDavis CountyCrawford Countyenvironmental investigationIowaUSA
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Fuel Spill Impacts Bulger Creek in Dallas County After Auto Salvage Fire
Iowa DNR is investigating a fuel, oil, and water spill in Bulger Creek, Dallas County, following an auto salvage facility fire. Absorbent booms are deployed to contain the mixture, with no dead fish or Raccoon River impact reported yet, but…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegal Fuel SpillBulger CreekDallas CountyIowa DNRAuto Salvage FireEnvironmental InvestigationRaccoon RiverIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Investigates Keokuk Wastewater Discharge into Mississippi River
The Iowa DNR is investigating a wastewater bypass in Keokuk, Lee County, discharging into the Mississippi River due to equipment malfunction. Recreational users are advised to avoid the area while repairs are underway and water samples are tested.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthState GovernmentsEnvironmentSocial Issues KeokukIowa DNRMississippi RiverWastewaterEnvironmental investigationWater pollutionLee CountyIowaUSA