Yesterday morning a hydraulic hose failed on one of the BC Hydro trucks resulting in a spill of 10-15 litres of hydraulic fluid. The spill took place in the Copper Estates area east of Terrace.
BC Hydro began their spill response procedure which included shutdown of the truck, isolation of the failed line, containment of the spill area, followed by the excavation of the soil around the spill. Soil samples were taken and sent for analysis to ensure all contained materials had been recovered.
BC Hydro’s Environmental and Pollution Prevention team members are working with Northern Health Authority and Regional District of Kitimat Stikine to ensure this is addressed appropriately and completely.
