Environmental
In Maine, a property owner who discovers a heating oil spill from an aboveground storage tank on their property must:
AWait to see if it affects the neighbors before reporting
BReport the spill to Maine DEP immediately and begin containment✓ Correct
COnly report to their insurance company
DFile a report within 30 days
Explanation
Maine's oil spill laws require immediate reporting of heating oil spills to the Maine DEP and prompt containment. The homeowner bears responsibility for cleanup costs.
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