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Devon and Cornwall homeowners urged to check their oil tanks
Over the past 3 months 32 oil-related incidents were reported to the Environment Agency in Devon and Cornwall – a 50% rise from the same period last year.
With the recent cold weather, many households – particularly in rural areas – have been using their heating more. Second homes in the area will also not have had their oil tanks used or inspected recently due to lockdown travel restrictions. But cold weather can weaken joints and damage underground pipes.
Senior Environment Officer Brian Grant said:
Oil pollution is one of the most common problems recorded by the Environment Agency and across Devon and Cornwall it is on the increase.
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