The technical results did not specifically identify petroleum as a contaminant but noted that benzene and para dichlorobenzene were present in plaintiff's water. This is the level that is considered acceptable for public water supplies. Even at this level, there may be some risk of cancer. The level of benzene in this water cannot be predicted from one time to another. Based on this benzene level, this water should not be used for drinking or cooking.
Chemicals indicate gasoline contamination.
Because of the possibility of increased exposure by absorption or inhalation during showering, showering should be avoided if possible to reduce any health risk and bathing, although allowed, should not be prolonged. Within three years after this official notification, plaintiff initiated this action for nuisance and trespass arising from the contamination of plaintiff's well water with gasoline. In response, defendants contend that plaintiff's claims are barred by the statute of limitations. Kenneth N. Barnes for plaintiff-appellant. Plaintiff's sole assignment of error is whether the trial court erred by granting defendants' motion for summary judgment.