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DNREC : DERNS : Recent Releases : Environmental Release Detail [17735]
Release ID 17735  Release Date/Time 9/12/2026 5:00:00 PM 
Extremely Hazardous NO  Report Date/Time 9/12/2026 5:49:00 PM 
Release Location Tarmac # D2 
Facility ID & Name 5657 Dover Air Force Base  Facility Address Flight Line
Dover AFB, DE 19902  
Substance Released JET FUELS, [JP-5]  Release Duration Continuous 
Estimated Quantity Less Than 330.00 GALLONS 
Released To
Additional Information Due to a mechanical issue a 747 released less than 330 gallons of Jet A fuel onto Tarmac #D2. Some of the fuel ran into the soil. 
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.) JET FUELS, [JP-5] The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. Vapor causes slight irritation of eyes and nose. Liquid irritates stomach; if taken into lungs, causes coughing, distress, and rapidly developing pulmonary edema. (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.) JET FUELS, [JP-5] The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. ASPIRATION: Enforce bed rest; administer oxygen; call a doctor. INGESTION: Do NOT induce vomiting; call a doctor. EYES: Wash with plenty of water. SKIN: wipe off and wash with soap and water. (USCG, 1999) 
Precautions Recommended None  Public Notified? NO 
Facility Contact Name: Joe Kowalski  Facility Contact Phone: (302)529-9206 
Facility Contact Email:   Status Final 



    

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