Environmental
A Florida property contains an old oil drum with residue. Under state law, the property owner must:
ALeave it in place as it is not a regulated storage tank
BReport any petroleum discharge or contamination to FDEP and properly remediate or dispose of the drum✓ Correct
CBury the drum deeper on the property
DSell the property as-is without disclosure
Explanation
Petroleum products and hazardous waste must be handled in accordance with Florida's environmental laws. An old oil drum with residue must be properly disposed of, and any contamination must be reported to FDEP. Failure to remediate is a violation of state environmental law.
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