Press Release

Press Release

Possible leakage of hydraulic oil and fuel from heavy machinery due to discharge of work barge at Shimohara Dam

November 03, 2024
Chubu Electric Power Co.,Inc.

At around 9 pm on November 2, a work barge moored at the Shimohara Dam (Nakagiri, Kanayama-cho, Gero, Gifu Prefecture) owned by Chubu Electric Power had run off, and one heavy equipment (crane) on the barge and two boats moored to the barge were found to be lost (hereafter referred to as "the incident").

This may have resulted in a leak of up to 110 liters of hydraulic fluid (Note) and 130 liters of fuel.

On November 3, we found the lost heavy equipment (crane), but have not found the boats, and are continuing to search the area.

There have been no confirmed injuries as a result of the incident to date. Further, we have already reported the incident to the relevant administrative agencies.

We deeply apologize for any concern this may have caused to the community.

Chubu Electric Power will continue to take appropriate measures with the cooperation of the government and other concerned parties.

(Note) Oil used in hydraulic equipment.

Go to the Top of the Page