Over 50 gallons of used motor oil has spilled, run into Swartz Creek, city says

Swartz Creek welcome sign

Welcome sign to the City of Swartz Creek on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, in Swartz Creek. Brice Tucker | btucker@mlive.com

SWARTZ CREEK, MI – More than 50 gallons of used motor oil was spilled near Crapo Street in Swartz Creek on Thursday, April 18.

The Swartz Creek Area Fire Department responded to the 8000 block of Crapo Street, near Swartz Creek Middle School, and found oil floating in a small waterway that ran between houses in the neighborhood, which ran into the Swartz Creek.

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