Overview

• The consent order requires Smitty's Supply to perform on-site cleanup, prevent further off-site releases, handle all contaminated materials, and manage tanks and containers to EPA standards.
• EPA issued a Pollution Removal Funding Authorization to Louisiana, enabling reimbursement through the U.S. Coast Guard’s National Pollution Funds Center and the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund for river and pond cleanup costs.
• Louisiana DEQ will serve as the state on-scene coordinator and Tangipahoa Parish will serve as the local on-scene coordinator, both operating under EPA oversight.
• EPA will reassume control if the company falls short of requirements, and Smitty's must submit a final report within 30 days after completing the work for EPA review.
• Since assuming the lead on August 24, EPA and partners have recovered more than 11 million gallons of liquid waste, including over 7 million gallons from the Tangipahoa River and nearby ponds, deployed 22,400 feet of boom, and engaged more than 2,200 residents.