About 7,700 Gallons of Jet Fuel Spilled Into James River on Friday, Authorities Say

What's that smell? 7,700 gallons of jet fuel spill into the James River

An estimated 7,700 gallons of jet fuel spilled into the James River on Feb. 13 near Newport News Shipbuilding, according to officials. The spill happened during a refueling operation involving the aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy, which is nearing completion at the shipyard, according to a release from the city of Newport News.

Newport News Responds to James River Jet Fuel Spill

Tweet Newport News, VA — City of Newport News officials are actively coordinating with state and federal partners following a jet fuel spill that occurred Friday afternoon in the James River near Newport News Shipbuilding. Environmental response and cleanup operations began immediately and remain ongoing. The spill, estimated at approximately 7,700 gallons, occurred during a shoreline refueling operation involving the aircraft carrier USS John F…

What’s that smell? 7,700 gallons of jet fuel spill into the James River.

An estimated 7,700 gallons of jet fuel spilled into the James River on Friday afternoon near Newport News Shipbuilding, according to officials. The spill happened during a refueling operation involving the aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy, which is nearing completion at the shipyard, according to a release from the city of Newport News. Residents of Newport News and Hampton complained Sunday about a strong fuel odor coming off the James. Accordi…

Investigation underway after fuel spill in James River

A fuel spill was identified during a JP5 fuel load transfer from a Navy barge to the John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) in the James River on Friday, and cleanup and remediation efforts were initiated immediately to contain the fuel and protect the surrounding environment.

About 7,700 gallons of jet fuel spilled into James River on Friday, authorities say

Authorities are tackling a 7,700-gallon fuel spill from Newport News Shipbuilding. Residents with sensitivities may suffer headaches or nausea.

7,700 gallons of fuel spills into James River during transfer to John F. Kennedy carrier

Investigation underway after Newport News Shipbuilding fuel spill into James River during fuel transfer Friday afternoon