Watertown, SD — On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Glacial Lakes Energy (GLE) experienced an ethanol spill of approximately 20,000 gallons at its Watertown facility. The incident was promptly addressed with the assistance of Watertown Fire Rescue and Codington County Emergency Management, who responded quickly and remained on-site to monitor the situation.
The spilled ethanol was fully contained within the facility’s engineered berm system, with no leakage into the surrounding ground or environment. Thanks to established safety protocols and swift action by onsite personnel and emergency responders, there was no risk to the public.
The ethanol involved in the spill was successfully reclaimed and returned to GLE’s system, preserving safety and minimizing environmental impact. Watertown Fire Rescue remained present throughout the event to provide oversight and ensure continued safety of Watertown's citizens.
Jim Seurer, CEO of Glacial Lakes Energy said, “Glacial Lakes Energy is committed to the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship and appreciates the coordinated response from local emergency agencies.”