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DNREC : DERNS : Recent Releases : Environmental Release Detail [17703]
Release ID 17703  Release Date/Time 7/24/2026 8:37:00 AM 
Extremely Hazardous NO  Report Date/Time 7/24/2026 11:14:00 AM 
Release Location ROYAL FARMS PARKING LOT 
Facility ID & Name 5990 ROYAL FARMS  Facility Address 20192 ARROW SAFETY ROAD
Georgetown, DE 19947
 
Substance Released GASOLINE  Release Duration Continuous 
Estimated Quantity Less Than 20.00 GALLONS 
Released To
Additional Information AS A RESULT OF A MECHANICAL FAILURE WITH THE AUTO SHUT OFF, LESS THAN 25 GALLONS OF GASOLINE WAS RELEASED ONTO THE GROUND AT PUMP #3. THE GASOLINE SPREAD ACROSS THE GROUND AND AN UNKNOWN AMOUNT WENT INTO A STORM DRAIN. 
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.) GASOLINE The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. Irritation of mucous membranes and stimulation followed by depression of central nervous system. Breathing of vapor may also cause dizziness, headache, and incoordination or, in more severe cases, anesthesia, coma, and respiratory arrest. If liquid enters lungs, it will cause severe irritation, coughing, gagging, pulmonary edema, and, later, signs of bronchopneumonia and pneumonitis. Swallowing may cause irregular heartbeat. (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.) GASOLINE The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. Eye: If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately. Contact lenses should not be worn when working with this chemical. Skin: If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention. Breathing: If a person breathes large amounts of this chemical, move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get medical attention as soon as possible. Swallow: If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately. (NIOSH, 1997) 
Precautions Recommended None  Public Notified? NO 
Facility Contact Name: KEVIN PELLIGRINI  Facility Contact Phone: 443-571-4479 
Facility Contact Email:   Status Final 



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