Leakin Park fish kill

What caused the death of 2,000 fish, including 30"-long American eel, in a Baltimore County stream? A broken Baltimore city water pipe allowed to release millions of gallons of chlorinated water for 72 hours after it was reported by citizens, as The Brew first reported. Follow-up stories chronicle state and citizen efforts to hold city officials accountable.

Another pipe break at Dead Run two days after a hearing about the last one

Baltimore officials respond quicker this time, but questions remain about continuing leakage from temporary patch.

DPW pressed to explain repair delay that led to 2,000 dead fish

Officials cite size of the pipe, need to coordinate with multiple agencies. Critics say no excuse for waiting the weekend to make the fix.

Citizens’ group calls on the state to fine DPW for fish kill

The agency’s tardy response to chlorinated water rushing into a Leakin Park stream is inexcusable, says Friends of Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park. Councilman Burnett promises a public hearing.

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DPW won’t come clean on Leakin Park fish kill

The person who reported chlorinated water in the creek, only to be ignored by the city, says, “I saw the stream turning dead before my eyes.”

Water main break causes fish kill in Leakin Park

EXCLUSIVE: About 2,000 fish, including the endangered American eel, are found dead after a city water pipe burst.