The Warsaw Fire Department responded to a hazmat incident on East Buffalo Street in the Village of Warsaw on on Sunday December 17, 2023 at 8:08a.m.
According to the Wyoming County Office of Emergency Services, approximately 100 gallons of waste oil was accidently spilled and flowed into the local storm sewers which then discharged into the Oatka Creek.
Under the direction of the NYS DEC, large amounts of oil absorbent were applied to the main area of the spill along with multiple absorbent booms and pads were placed in the Oatka Creek to catch the oil.
At this time there are no health concerns. NYS DEC will continue to monitor the situation. Crews were on scene for 3.5. hours.
Also assisting on scene, Wyoming County Emergency Services, T&R Environment, NYS DEC, Warsaw Police Department, and Warsaw DPW.