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Physics International company; San Leandro, California

San Leandro, California | 1986-Apr-02

Initial Notification: On April 2, 1986, the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office at Alameda, California was notified by the facility manager of Physics International Company that approximately 3,000 gallons of mineral oil had been spilled into a storm drain with access to San Francisco Bay. The incident occurred as a result of a valve being left open USCG district 11.

Incident Details
Products of concern:Mineral oil
Total amount at risk of spill: 3,000 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 37° 42.68′ North
Longitude (approximate): 122° 8.88′ West