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Whatcom Creek, WA


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Views of the creek and surrounding area shortly after the spill.  The preassessment phase was initiated to determine the preliminary extent of injury to natural resources in the creek, including anadromous fish.

Photos courtesy of R. Wolotira, NOAA.

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Creek lined with burnt trees and charred ground. Creek lined on left side with burnt trees, on the right side a large charred open area. View from a bridge looking down the creek to another bridge where several people are inspecting burnt area. Close-up look at burnt trees near the creek.


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