From: Tyler Wade
To: List - Major Incident Notification
Subject: Major Incident Notification – Oil Spill
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 10:42:13 AM
City Leadership,
This is a notification that the Manhattan Beach Fire Department, Manhattan Beach Police Department, and our City’s Public Works Department are currently working on an oil spill that originated near Bayview Drive and 12th Street.
The source of the spill has been identified as two 55-gallon drums containing used cooking oil collected from local restaurants. The leak has been stopped, and crews have successfully diked nearby storm drains to prevent further spread.
Notifications have been sent to LA County Lifeguards, and Beaches and Harbors.
At this time, Public Works is actively engaged in the physical cleanup of the affected streets. Fire and Police personnel remain on scene supporting operations.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.
Respectfully,
Tyler Wade
Division Chief
Manhattan Beach Fire Department
TYLER WADE
FIRE DIVISION CHIEF
(310) 802-5207
[email protected]
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