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DNR says $4,751 fish kill on South River was due to chemical spill from Atlanta water facility
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sam Sachs , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 28, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information about the spill and its effects can be found through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
In Atlanta , a chemical spill occurred at a water facility, causing damage to the South River. The incident resulted in a significant number of fish deaths. State officials have estimated the value of the dead fish.
The spill was linked to a rupture at the facility. An investigation was conducted to determine the cause of the incident. Further information about the spill and its effects can be found through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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