Oil Spill in Boston River Threatens Wildlife

Oil Spill in Boston River Threatens Wildlife

By Natalie Venegas

Source: thenewstribune

12/9/2024

n oil spill in a Boston river on Sunday has threatened nearby wildlife as rescue efforts to save dozens of geese and ducks coated in hazardous petroleum continued on Monday. What Happened? The oil spill, first reported on Sunday at the Muddy River on the border of Boston and the town of Brookline, has mobilized police, firefighters and environmental agencies to contain the damage and care for affected wildlife.

According to police, responders found there was some kind of leak into the waterway that impacted wildlife.

MUDDY RIVER

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