WAYNE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – State and local officials are coordinating a response after a spill at a power substation in Wayne County following an act of vandalism.
According to the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, approximately 4,900 gallons of what is believed to be a non-PCB fluid were released from Appalachian Power’s East Lynn substation in Wayne County.
The incident occurred after vandalism at the facility, officials said. Investigators are continuing to examine the specific contents of the spilled material, with results expected soon.
Cleanup and remediation efforts are underway, and crews remain on site working to contain and remove the fluid.
The WVDEP, the West Virginia Department of Health, and the Town of Wayne are coordinating water sampling in the area. Officials said testing to date has not shown any impact to the town’s drinking water system.
Additional samples are being analyzed to confirm that the water supply continues to meet regulatory standards.
State officials are also working closely with the Wayne County Emergency Manager to support local response efforts.
Eighteen pallets of bottled water have been delivered to the community by the West Virginia Division of Emergency Management and WVDEP, with another 18 pallets expected to arrive.
Appalachian Power and West Virginia American Water have also assisted with water distribution.
Officials said the state will continue working with Wayne County to ensure residents have the resources they need until the situation is fully resolved.
WVDEP said it is taking the incident seriously, has ensured the site is secure, and will continue to keep the public informed as more information becomes available.
