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Contaminated water from Kearl mine released into Muskeg River: report

Total suspended solids exceed provincial regulatory limit

November 23, 2023  By Ground Water Canada



Fort McMurray, Alta. – Another release of contaminated water has occurred at Imperial Oil’s Kearl facility. The Alberta Energy Regulator says the number of total suspended solids released exceeds the approved provincial regulatory limit. It’s been reported that 670 cubic metres of water were released into the Muskeg River. CTV News report | READ MORE

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