People and pets advised to stay out of Briar Creek while fuel spill is cleaned up
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Clean-up efforts are underway after diesel fuel ended up in Briar Creek following a spill at Atrium Health Mercy Hospital in the Elizabeth neighborhood.
According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services, an estimated 2,000 gallons spilled from a storage tank, with potentially 800 gallons reaching a tributary to Briar Creek. Atrium says it happened Saturday night.
A spokesperson for the hospital says it has been contained and a professional clean-up team has been on site since the leak was identified. An investigation into the cause is underway. Storm Water Services says Atrium will be responsible for clean-up and remediation costs.
People and their pets are being asked to stay out of Briar Creek for now.
