Contain it, report it, and tell us before the regulator writes to you. California reporting duties can run to the regional water board, the local certified unified program agency, or the Department of Toxic Substances Control. Which one depends on what was released and where it went, and those deadlines are short. Document the discovery, the response, and every contractor invoice, because emergency response costs are often recoverable. Most pollution forms are claims-made with a strict notice condition, so telling us late can cost the claim rather than merely delay it.
Related FAQs
Often yes, because conditions like mold or legacy contamination can surface unexpectedly on owned property.
It depends on the form. Some respond to sudden events only, others may include gradual conditions. We can review the wording with you.
Usually not. Standard GL forms largely exclude pollution, which is why a separate policy typically applies.
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