Crews work to remove diesel fuel that spilled into the Thames River, southeast of Blackfriars Bridge, October 5, 2018. (Photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News)Crews work to remove diesel fuel that spilled into the Thames River, southeast of Blackfriars Bridge, October 5, 2018. (Photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News)
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Diesel fuel spilled into Thames River

Crews had to clean up a small amount of diesel fuel that spilled into the Thames River, southeast of Blackfriars Bridge on Friday.

The fuel came from a garbage truck and entered the storm sewer system with a limited portion reaching the river. City officials said Friday afternoon that the spill has been contained and there are no health risks to the public.

A spill response contractor and the city's sewer operations team were called to the site to remove the diesel fuel.

The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation, and Parks has been notified.

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