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Plastic spill into Whakatāne River investigated by regional council
11 May, 2021 07:29 PM
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A plastic spill into the Whakatāne River is being investigated by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.
The discharge of plastic particles into the river last week was accompanied by a strong sulphur-like smell which the council has tracked to at least three potential sources in the area.
Compliance manager Stephen Mellor said the council first received a call about the plastic discharge via its Pollution Hotline on Tuesday afternoon.
The council s compliance and maritime staff alongside the Whakatane District Council worked until Friday afternoon to clean up the plastic particles and are continuing to monitor the area.