BP announced that it has partially restored the Olympic Pipeline System after a leak of refined products occurred on November 16 2025 east of Everett, Washington. The leak released gasoline and diesel into the surrounding area, prompting immediate containment and repair work on the pipeline network.
The partial restoration means that BP has repaired a segment of the pipeline, but the full system remains offline. The outage could disrupt the delivery of refined products to customers in Washington and Oregon, including the jet‑fuel supply to Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport. BP’s ability to resume service quickly will be closely monitored by regulators and market participants as it reflects the company’s operational resilience and risk‑management practices.
The incident adds to a history of Olympic Pipeline leaks, most notably the 1999 Bellingham explosion that killed three boys and caused extensive environmental damage, and a 2023 spill near Mount Vernon that released approximately 25,000 gallons of gasoline. BP is currently under regulatory scrutiny and will undergo environmental assessments in collaboration with state and federal agencies.
BP has not yet identified the cause of the leak; the investigation is ongoing. The company has emphasized its commitment to safety and environmental protection and said it will work with relevant authorities to prevent future incidents.
The leak may trigger additional regulatory inspections and environmental assessments, and could affect BP’s perception of operational resilience. No immediate market reaction has been reported.
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