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Lake Lery Hydraulic Fluid Spill; 1, LA, USA

1, LA, USA | 2016-Oct-15

Initial Notification: On October 15, 2016, the USCG Sector New Orleans contacted the NOAA RRO regarding a hydraulic fluid leak on a dredge in Lake Lery, LA. The leak was due to equipment failure and 50-60gal was estimated spilled.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Products of concern:Hydraulic Fluid
Total amount at risk of spill: 60 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 29° 47.65′ North
Longitude (approximate): 89° 49.80′ West