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DNREC : DERNS : Recent Releases : Environmental Release Detail [17421]
Release ID 17421  Release Date/Time 11/11/2024 5:43:00 AM 
Extremely Hazardous NO  Report Date/Time 11/11/2024 8:13:00 AM 
Release Location ON SUSSEX HIGHWAY AT INTERSECTION WITH OCKELS ROAD. 
Facility ID & Name 5732 ROADWAY  Facility Address SUSSEX HIGHWAY/OCKELS ROAD
SEAFORD, DE 19973
 
Substance Released FUEL OIL, [DIESEL]  Release Duration Continuous 
Estimated Quantity Less Than 30.00 GALLONS 
Released To
Additional Information DUE TO A TRAFFIC COLLISION, LESS THAN 30 GALLONS OF DIESEL FUEL WAS RELEASED ONTO SUSSEX HIGHWAY AT THE INTERSECTION WITH OCKELS ROAD. 
Health Risks: (Information provided here may be from the Cameo Chemical database and may or may not pertain to this specific release. It is provided as a precaution only.) FUEL OIL, [DIESEL] The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. LIQUID: Irritating to skin and eyes. Harmful if swallowed. (USCG, 1999) 
Medical Attention: (Information provided here may be from the Cameo Chemical database and may or may not pertain to this specific release. It is provided as a precaution only.) FUEL OIL, [DIESEL] The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment. INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness 
Precautions Recommended None  Public Notified? NO 
Facility Contact Name: NONE  Facility Contact Phone:  
Facility Contact Email:   Status Final 



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