On July 26, 2010, a crude oil leak was discovered near Marshall, Michigan in Calhoun County. Enbridge Energy Partners shut down the pipeline, stopping the source of the oil. Local, state, federal and private sector officials are working together to respond to this incident and ensure the safety of citizens and the environment.
Citizens are advised to stay out of the general area of the spill and avoid contact with affected waterways and wildlife. Residents with concerns, those with oil on their property or people wishing to report affected wildlife can call the Enbridge hotline at 1-800-306-6837.
For updated information, follow state agencies on Twitter at www.twitter.com/MichEMHS, www.twitter.com/MDNRE and
www.twitter.com/MichDeptofAg
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Governor Granholm Declares State of Disaster in Calhoun County and Threatened Areas along Kalamazoo River (July 27, 2010)
State Emergency Operations Center Activated in Response to Oil Spill in Calhoun County (July 27, 2010)
Near the spills' point of origin, Talmadge Creek, Marshall, 7-27-2010
Talmadge Creek, Marshall, 7-27-2010
Booms help to contain oil where Talmadge Creek joins the Kalamazoo River in Marshall, 7-27-2010
Kalamazoo River, Marshall, 7-27-2010
Morrow Lake, 7-28-2010
Morrow Lake, 7-28-2010
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