Lutes Creek Diesel Spill

The role of the Strathcona Emergency Services is to provide coordination, leadership and support for our communities. To help keep people apprised of the diesel spill by Lutes Creek, the following photos have been shared for public viewing by the Nuchatlaht First Nation.

December 16th, 2024

Aerial view of dark rocky islands surrounded by turquoise waters.

Aerial view of a lush green forest bordering a tranquil blue sea.

Calm water reflecting rocks and vegetation, with visible underwater details.

Aerial view of dark rocks surrounded by clear turquoise water and lush green foliage.

A fishing boat anchored near rocky shoreline, surrounded by dark waters and mountains at dusk.

A fishing boat rests on rocky shorelines by calm waters at twilight.

Calm water reflecting mountains, with colorful ripples near the rocky shore.

A tranquil lake scene at dusk with a boat in the distance and mountains reflected in the water.

Clear water revealing underwater rocks and strands of seaweed.

Calm water reflecting a cloudy sky, with forested islands in the distance.

Green building on a floating dock surrounded by dense forest and calm water.

A green industrial building by the water with a yellow containment area and equipment nearby.

Floating green building with a blue roof, surrounded by calm water and dense forest.

Calm waters reflecting green buildings and boats near a forested shoreline under overcast skies.

Otter swimming in calm water, surrounded by rocky shoreline.

Otter swimming in dark water, creating ripples around its head.

A whale surfaces with a visible spout in calm waters, surrounded by lush greenery.

A whale swimming in calm water, surrounded by lush green trees and rocky shorelines.

December 17th, 2024

A lone bird swims in the rain on a dark, reflective pond.

A solitary bird stands on a mossy rock surrounded by lush vegetation.

Aerial view of rocky islands surrounded by deep blue water and lush green trees. A boat floats nearby.

Aerial view of rocky coastline with green patches and clear blue water.

Colorful oil slick on wet rocks, reflecting light and creating iridescent patterns in water.

Aerial view of a colorful oil slick on rocky underwater terrain.

Two boats navigating on dark water, creating white wake trails behind them.

Calm water reflecting trees and colorful clouds, framed by lush green foliage.

A reflective pool of water surrounded by dark, moss-covered rocks.

A boat on a vast, calm lake surrounded by forested hills under overcast skies.

Aerial view of a small boat on calm blue waters surrounded by greenery.

Aerial view of a calm lake surrounded by lush green trees.

Ducks take flight over a splashing lake, surrounded by greenery and rocks.

A group of ducks swimming in a calm waterway with rocky shore and greenery.

A small duck swims across a shimmering blue water surface.

Calm lake surrounded by forested mountains, with a line of birds in the water.

Water swirling around dark rocks, reflecting colors and bits of foliage.

A dark shape partially submerged in rippling water with floating debris and reflections.

Clear water reflecting rocks, with scattered leaves on the surface.

Rocks partially submerged in calm water, with green reflections and scattered foliage.

A lone bird swims in calm, green-tinted water surrounded by trees.

Colorful swirling patterns of blue, purple, and gold resembling oil on water.

Otter floating in calm water, with splashes around its face and a playful expression.

Green industrial buildings near water, yellow bins in the foreground, foggy atmosphere.

A green building with a grey garage door, yellow bins, and a generator by a dock.

December 18th, 2024

Wet rocky surface with small pools and patches of algae.

An open clam resting in shallow water among rocks and barnacles.

Dark water with a slight sheen, edged by a white boat.

Close-up of a textured rock surface with iridescent mineral streaks and dark hues.

Reflected surface of still water with a faint outline of a figure nearby.

Dark water surface with small debris and reflections of surrounding greenery.

Iridescent sheen on wet rocks near water, showcasing colors in a natural setting.

Iridescent patterns on a wet, dark stone surface.

Shiny, iridescent rock layers with hints of purple and green hues.

Rocky shoreline with dark, textured stones and calm waters in the background.

Wet, textured rock surface with various colors and glimmers from light.

A motorboat docked near a rocky shore, reflecting in calm, misty waters.

Clear water revealing rocks and algae at the bottom, with gentle ripples above.

Clear water reflecting rocky textures beneath, with scattered pebbles and algae visible.

Clear water reflects rocky textures and underwater details, with pebbles and seaweed visible.

Textured rocky surface with dark colors and patches of green moss.

A small boat navigates a tranquil bay surrounded by lush green forests and cloudy skies.

Calm water surrounded by lush green forests and misty mountains under a cloudy sky.

Lush green island surrounded by calm waters, with mountains in the background under cloudy skies.

Aerial view of a boat near rocky shore with a yellow rope in the water.

A calm body of water bordered by lush green trees and mountains under a cloudy sky.

Aerial view of dolphins swimming in clear blue water near rocky shorelines.

Aerial view of lush green trees surrounding a calm, blue water body.

Serene lake surrounded by lush green forests and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.

Serene view of a blue lake surrounded by misty mountains and lush green trees.

A kingfisher perched on a slender branch above a calm riverbank, surrounded by greenery.