(1) A regulatory agency with knowledge of an unintentional or unapproved introduction into the environment of a genetically modified organism that is likely to have an adverse effect on the environment, shall, within twenty four hours of having that knowledge, notify the Authority of the occurrence.

(2) A notification under subsection (1) shall include adequate information for the Board to undertake a risk assessment.

(3) The Board, in consultation with the regulatory agency, shall determine whether an action is necessary to minimize an adverse effect on the environment.