Russian Green Patrol: Properties of Lake Pyasino by Norilsk Make it a Natural Barrier
NORILSK, Russia, June 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Water condition at the freshwater lake Pyasino is back to normal, said Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations overseeing the cleanup, while the diesel spill remains localized in the river some 5km away from the lake. The massive cleanup effort by Nornickel includes over 30 water booms to keep the spillage in place, mechanical replacement of soil nearby, and collection of water with fuel from the river, which is stored in special containers for further processing. Over 700 experts and rescue workers, aided by hundreds of volunteers are working in shifts 24/7. The cleanup protocol established on the ground allowed to advance the operations ahead of the schedule.
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