Natural Resources Wales said the source of the kerosene leak was identified and stopped, after fuel spread almost 2.5 miles down the river and killed fewer than 10 fish.
01Summary
- 01GE Aerospace confirmed fuel entered the River Taff during repair work at its nearby site on 16 October.
- 02NRW identified the source of the pollution at 19:30 BST on Friday, with kerosene spreading almost 2.5 miles (4km) downstream.
- 03Fewer than 10 dead fish and impacts to aquatic invertebrates were found as a result.
- 04Specialist drainage and containment contractors are currently removing the fuel.
- 05Public Health Wales advised residents to keep windows and doors closed and avoid contact with the water.
02Why it matters
Residents near the Taff in places like Nantgarw and Treforest were affected by a strong fuel smell and health warnings, and the spill has harmed local wildlife.
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