Chemical spill in Leduc remains under investigation

LEDUC -- An investigation into the cause of last week's chemical spill near Telford Lake continues.

According to the City, the spill was first discovered on June 4th by a surveyor at the 46th Street culvert. The City notes that crews were on the scene quickly, and in collaboration with Alberta Environment, got to work in mitigating any environmental impacts.

Crews used absorbent materials including spill response booms and oil sorbent pads to prevent the spill from entering the lake. These materials acted as a physical barrier in front of the culvert, and beneath the Trans Canada Trail Bridge. It's expected that the booms will remain in place until the City and Alberta Environment are confident there is no longer a risk to Telford Lake. 

Plans are now in place to regularly replace the pads and reassess the area, and the City says there is no immediate risk to residents, homes, or drinking water sources. At this time, the cause of the chemical spill remains unknown.

More information on this story will be shared as it becomes available.