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Community Demands Probe as Cenovus Rush Lake Leak Persists

Residents report health issues after weeks of hydrogen sulfide emissions that regulators say pose no immediate public safety risk

Cenovus said in a statement it's working to resolve the leak, which has been releasing an odorous water vapour since early May.

Overview

  • The leak at Cenovus’s Rush Lake thermal facility in Paynton began in early May and has emitted odorous water vapour and hydrogen sulfide gas into surrounding communities.
  • Cenovus is monitoring air quality onsite and in nearby areas and is containing leaked fluids within berms to prevent waterway contamination.
  • Saskatchewan’s energy ministry confirmed the release includes hydrogen sulfide gas but said its monitoring has detected no immediate risk to public health.
  • Local residents and the Poundmaker Cree Nation report headaches, watery eyes and sore throats and are calling for full transparency and an independent investigation.
  • Premier Scott Moe has been briefed by Cenovus representatives even as the timeline for fully resolving the leak remains uncertain.