Crews respond at illegal dump

Police and fire fighters responded to a used oil leak in in the area of Dubeč in Prague affecting a local field. According to fire service spokeswoman Pavlina Adamcová, uncovered at an illegal dump were five 1,000-litre barrels filled with oil, left on a concrete surfacel; three of the barrels were damaged leading to the spill. Contaminated earth in the area will have to be removed by specialists, the spokeswoman confirmed. Environment representatives for the city will reportedly also view the area.

Author: Jan Velinger