Bubble trouble: Massive foam blob shocks residents in North York park
Posted August 24, 2023 3:16 pm.
Last Updated August 24, 2023 3:25 pm.
It’s not every day you’re out walking and come across a massive blob of foam emerging from a sewer, but that’s exactly what some North York residents witnessed on Wednesday.
CityNews heard from concerned locals about a significantly large chunk of foam in Earl Bales Park and near Don River Boulevard.
One tipster said two foam blobs, described as being about 20 feet across in length, popped up in those areas on Wednesday evening, much to the shock of park-goers.
A City of Toronto spokesperson confirmed with CityNews through Toronto Water that the foamy substance originated from a sanitary sewer through Apollo Health and Beauty Care’s manufacturing facility. The culprit: likely liquid soaps.
One resident shared a photo of the foam blob at Earl Bales Park in North York on Wednesday, August 24, 2023. Photo: CityNews submission/Alan E.
“The company is a developer of beauty care products, which include liquid soaps,” the spokesperson told CityNews. “The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) has been notified.”
The City of Toronto has requested Apollo Health and Beauty Care submit a spill report and is being asked to work with the business to determine the root cause of the excess foam observed.
“The foam has since dissipated,” the spokesperson added.
Apollo Health and Beauty Care’s facility is located in North York, northwest of Earl Bales Park. According to its website, its products include soaps and sanitizers, body wash, hair and skin care products, and bath products.
CityNews has reached out to Apollo Health and Beauty for comment.
