Warehouse Fire-fighting Runoff Contributes to Creek Contamination

According to a report from KLBJ News Radio, runoff from water used to fight a warehouse complex fire in Houston contained pesticides and petroleum additives.

Environmental contractors managed to contain the petroleum, but due to the water-soluble nature of the pesticides, the water may have still been contaminated.

However, recent flooding has water was running at high flood stages which authorities said may dilute the pesticides to a non-threatening level. Until they are deemed safe, authorities encourage the public refrain from water activities near Spring Branch Creek.

Source: KLBJ News Radio