WHITEFISH - BNSF Railway is investigating the source of an oil seep and sheen on the Whitefish River.
According to Whitefish officials, the city received notice around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday from BNSF that an oil sheen had appeared by the rail landing.
In a statement sent to MTN News on Wednesday evening, BNSF says they're investigating the source of the sheen and a containment boom has been placed in the river as a precaution.
A section of the recreational trail and the boat launch near the rail yard will remain closed while crews work in the area.
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