The County of Prince Edward is providing the following update on the reported contamination incident in Marsh Creek in Picton:
- The municipality has identified the source of the contamination as a fuel spill near the intersection of Picton Main Street and Bowery Street. The fuel entered the stormwater system and flowed to Marsh Creek.
- A clean up crew is currently on scene at Picton Main Street cleaning up the spill.
- Containment measures continue to be in place in the Marsh Creek area.
- Drinking water supplied by the Picton Water Treatment Plant remains safe for consumption. Monitoring of the water supply will continue throughout the incident response.
- The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) is currently investigating the cause of the spill. Anyone with information is asked to contact MECP by filing a report online or calling 1.866.663.8477. You can remain anonymous.
- Protecting the environment and public safety remains our top priority. The municipality will continue to work closely with provincial authorities and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
- Below is the area that the contamination has been observed. The municipality recommends that residents keep their pets away from this area of Marsh Creek in Delhi Park through to the south side of Picton Harbour to just east of the County boat launch.
- For more information, contact the County of Prince Edward at 613.476.2148 ext. 1023, 613.962.9108 ext. 1023, or info@pecounty.on.ca.
Please note: The County of Prince Edward provides this information as a service to the general public. While we do our best to provide accurate information, construction projects and associated service disruptions are subject to change based on weather, road, traffic, and other uncontrollable conditions.
