2007-02-17 Lafarge Cement Spill (17h-19h)

On February 17, 2007, Lafarge Cement in Richmond, BC had a cement silo overfilled. The area downwind, including Shelter Island marina, was covered with cement. Over two years later, they have yet to admit liability. They initially promised to repair my boat but they broke their promise and I was forced to sue them. Metro Vancouver has laid 7 environmental charges. I've been subpoenaed as a witness for the November trial. This video was taken on my sailboat and shows the cement raining down. It had a pH of almost 13, almost 1000 times more caustic than bleach.

Premier Marine, one of two underwriters for my boat insurance policy, and their adjuster, Paul Dupré, said that the cement did not damage the varnish. As such, Premier Marine would only pay for cleaning, not damage. The other underwriter, Economical, paid out in full. All the boats suffered etched glass, and peeling varnish. I was able to switch to Dolphin Insurance in the middle of that claim. They knew the damage was caused by cement because some of their customers suffered boat damage.

Nov 19, 2010
Lafarge Canada slapped with $125,000 fine
http://www.richmond-news.com/Lafarge+Canada+slapped+with+fine/3857645/story.html

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• Shelter
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• Marina

[thegaysailors]

On October 15, 2010, after saying for three and a half years the material deposited on my boat and around the marina and the river was not proven to be cement, Lafarge Cement finally pleaded guilty to the environmental charges of releasing cement and for not reporting the spill to authorities as required by law. Sentencing will start on Nov 18, 2010.

[TheOzzyNut]

I'd change that nick, sounds fuckin GAY to me

[quality1ca]

very interesting case ...i would hope you would get compensated for all the mess. i personally use Dupuis Langen Financial Management for my insurance policies. as an insurance agent he is very dedicated and responsive .find him at 210-13900 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC V6V 3E2 (604) 270-1142. insurance agent richmond

[TheRibbleValley]

Hey, just think what your lungs are like on the inside when you are out in this. Profits before health of neighbours..