Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul

“Following reports of a significant environmental impact to Ischua Creek, I immediately directed the Department of Environmental Conservation to conduct a thorough investigation. I've also directed the Department of Health to monitor for any potential risks to the public's health. While there has been no impact on public drinking water, the team is continuing to monitor the situation closely. We are committed to ensuring our local communities and the environment they depend on are protected and are taking all appropriate action as the investigation continues. Steps must be taken to ensure accountability and to prevent such a significant incident from ever happening again.”