Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the Corporation did encounter a problem with the bacteria late in 1996, in fuel in Iqaluit. This was discovered because of problems with one engine in Iqaluit. It was found that fuel filters had been clogged by the bacteria in the fuel. This bacteria apparently occurs naturally in almost all fuels, but tends to be inactive in the north because of our temperatures and it only becomes a problem if the temperature reaches a certain level and there is adequate water in the fuel. This has been found to be isolated right now, in Iqaluit, in one fuel tank. An anti-bacterial agent has been put in the fuel and the problem appears to be solved. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Charles Dent on Question 68-13(4): Fungal Contamination Of Fuel Oil
In the Legislative Assembly on January 21st, 1997. See this statement in context.
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Question 68-13(4): Fungal Contamination Of Fuel Oil
Item 6: Oral Questions
January 20th, 1997
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