Wildlife left 'covered' in oil after huge diesel spill hits River Wandle
A multi-agency response is underway after the spill from Croydon
Wildlife in London has been left covered in oil, after a diesel spill from Croydon got into the River Wandle.
Merton Council also say Watermeads Nature Reserve in Micham has been particularly polluted by the spill.
In a statement released, a Council Spokesperson's confirmed a multiagency response is underway, being led by the Environment Agency (EA), who are on the scene.
“The London Fire Brigade has been attempting to contain the spill and Thames Water is working on cleaning efforts."
Residents are being urged to not touch or allow pets into the water, as well as refraining from feeding the wildlife, as this can lead to them ingesting the contamination.
"Environmental disaster"
Bobby Dean, MP for Carshalton and Wallington has called the spill "an environmental disaster".
Posting on his X page, the MP's shared residents concerns, with "untold damage" also now caused to the waterway.
Mr Dean says he will make sure those who are responsible are held to account.
An investigation will also be taking place, conducted by the EA.
We have approached the Environment Agency for comment.