August 19, 2026
Breaking News - Water Quality Data Now Available
Water quality data related to the Slocan Valley Fuel Spill is now available on the following government websites long with maps and supporting documents.
BC Ministry of Environment
Interior Health
Questions regarding the data? Need more information? Here are the key contacts to call:
Interior Health
General health questions related to the spill: 250-420-2220.
Number will be staffed 8:30 to 4:30 MST (Mon - Friday).
The media should call IH communications.
BC Ministry of Environment
Contact: Nelson Office 250-354-6333
Number will be staffed 8:30 - 4:30 PDT (Monday - Friday)
The media should call the ministry's communications office
BC Ministry of Agriculture
Contact: Geoff Hughes-Games
Phone number: 1-888-221-7141
Number will be staffed 8:30 to 4:30 PDT Monday to Friday (answering machine outside staffed hours)
Please make reference to "Lemon Creek Fuel Spill" when calling