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Millions Gallons of Wastewater Spill into Oneida River

5/14/2025

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Story summary

Millions of gallons of untreated wastewater have poured into the Oneida River in Clay, New York, following a contractor's truck colliding with a utility pole, which triggered a power outage at the Oak Orchard Wastewater Plant. While the leak has been contained, environmental officials are closely watching for potential harm to the ecosystem.

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Story summary

Millions of gallons of untreated wastewater have poured into the Oneida River in Clay, New York, following a contractor's truck colliding with a utility pole, which triggered a power outage at the Oak Orchard Wastewater Plant. While the leak has been contained, environmental officials are closely watching for potential harm to the ecosystem.