5/13/2025
Lake of the Woods Association was notified and were on scene this afternoon when a tractor trailer overturned on Route 20 / Flat Run spilling about 100 gallons of diesel fuel near Flat Run.
The Orange County Fire & EMS HAZMAT team was deployed to the incident and they have implemented their spill response protocol. OC Fire and Rescue Hazmat teams contained the spill and have deployed oil spill pads around the perimeter near the creek area which will turn black if they come into contact with diesel. At this time there is no evidence that the diesel has reached the creek, stream, or lake.
LOWA Security and Maintenance will continue to monitor the situation until we receive updates from Orange County Fire and EMS that the hazard is completely clear.
If you see anything of concern with regard to the spill please contact the OC Fire and EMS Line:540-672-7044. If you see anything of concern within the Lake of the Woods community contact Security: 540-972-2210.
LOWA will keep the members updated as we receive any further information from Orange County Emergency Services.