While no one is sure what was in the water that was unexpectedly encountered, mercury historically used in the greater Marysville area has contaminated Silver Creek to the point that anglers are warned not to eat fish from the stream.
Elliott and Fred both noted that DEQ is going through the permitting process with Drumlummon, and they want to be sure the state agency has plans in place to monitor future incidents like this one.
“We’re writing a letter to DEQ, and want more information on what the agency is doing,” Elliott said.
As far as the mercury is concerned, James pointed out that it historically was part of the milling process that took place farther downstream.
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