Posted on 05.28.25

Massive diesel spill in Pickens County: Emergency crews contain 2,500-gallon leak

Source: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/, May 20, 2025

Officials in Pickens County spent much of Tuesday cleaning up a massive diesel fuel spill near the town of Talking Rock.

What we know:
Authorities say a tanker truck carrying diesel fuel overturned on Monday, spilling an estimated 2,500 gallons of fuel and closing Talking Rock Park.

Emergency crews from multiple Pickens County agencies responded swiftly to the scene to contain the spill and protect nearby Talking Rock Creek.

More than 30,000 gallons of contaminated water have been removed from the site, officials said. Read more.

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