Environmental
Maine's Oil and Hazardous Material Spill Prevention and Response Law requires property owners who discover a spill or leak to:
AClean it up within 30 days without notifying anyone
BImmediately notify the Maine DEP and take reasonable steps to contain the spill✓ Correct
CNotify only the local fire department
DWait for state inspection before any action
Explanation
Maine law requires immediate notification to the Maine DEP for spills or releases of oil and hazardous materials, along with reasonable measures to contain and clean up the spill to prevent further environmental damage.
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