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Fredericksburg

Cleanup Continues at Drained Canal in Fredericksburg; Investigation into Cause Ongoing

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – City work crews have now removed more than 15 tons of debris from the drained canal running through Fredericksburg and made several key repairs to its aeration system, according to the latest update from city officials.

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Fredericksburg

City Investigates Cause of Drained Canal, Plans Repairs and Maintenance

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — City officials are investigating after the canal was found drained on Thursday morning, prompting concerns from residents about the cause and potential impacts on the surrounding environment.

City spokeswoman Caitlyn McGhee said the issue appears to have originated from one of the canal’s sluice gates, which was found open, along with an unknown problem involving a level sensor. Both issues are under active investigation.

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