Many years ago, I asked a DEP representative in PA why the potential of more than 50 gallons of diesel fuel spilled was a HAZMAT indecent but we used tar and oil compounds by the hundreds of gallons per mile to build roads. It was interesting to watch his answer. The simple answer revolves in that oil recedes to tar and tar is an emulsifier so the diesel is an immediate threat. I guess he failed 10th grade Chemistry because he did not have a clue.
I almost created an anti-road movement at the meeting. My real question involved whether a simple application of a bonding agent to a small spill would be a better response than stirring the spill into the ground. It was a moment upon reflection that I recognized where liberals are evil. They know the answers their legions are susceptible to but yet propagate ignorance so they can lead the ignorant.
Good job, Shaker! And good points!