The Brief
- A fuel tanker spill in Clallum County has prompted a “do not drink” order in Port Angeles.
- The order affects only city water customers and does not apply to PUD customers, who remain unaffected by the spill.
- Local authorities and health officials continue to monitor the situation closely.
PORT ANGELES, Wash. – The city of Port Angeles has issued a “do not drink” water order for its water customers following a significant fuel spill into Indian Creek. The order, which took effect at 8 a.m. Saturday, comes in the wake of a semi-truck crash on Friday evening that resulted in the spill.
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The incident occurred when a semi-truck carrying fuel flipped over off Highway 101 and landed in Indian Creek. While the exact amount of fuel that entered the water remains unknown, officials estimate that up to 10,000 gallons may have been involved. …