Diesel Fuel Spills in Gambell After Pipeline Fails
An estimated 2,500 gallons of diesel fuel spilled in late June, but the problem was only discovered last week. It’s the second fuel spill on St. Lawrence Island this year.
Cleanup Continues for Fuel Spills in Savoonga and Nome
An unknown volume of diesel fuel has spilled in Savoonga, and Nome has seen several leaks in recent weeks. Some of these spills are likely connected to extra snow this winter.
City Agrees to Provide $4.4 Million for NJUS Fuel Purchase
Nome Joint Utility System will receive a $4.4 million revenue anticipation note from the City of Nome to buy diesel fuel. The purchase will provide for NJUS’s full capacity of fuel: 3.2 million gallons.
City Council Calls Special Meeting; Funding for Diesel Fuel Could Be Passed
The Nome City Council plans to finance the purchase of diesel fuel for Nome Joint Utility System during a special meeting this afternoon.