Smitty's Supply: Unapproved Stormwater Discharge
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Smittys Supply, a petroleum plant in Louisiana, began pumping treated stormwater into a highway drainage ditch without necessary state approvals, following a major explosion and fire last year. The company started discharges before notifying relevant authorities, causing concern among local residents and environmental groups about potential health issues and lasting pollution. Smittys hired a firm to filter contaminants, recovering over six point five million gallons of liquid and thousands of tons of scrap. Agencies disagree on enforcement due to unclear penalties and divided responsibilities, with no repercussions set for now.
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