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Water trails featuring fishing, boating make headway in downtown
Three trails in downtown Des Moines known for fishing and boating are getting a facelift through an ICON Water Trails project ...
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Missing kayaker near Willamette Falls was 20-year-old California man, deputies say
A 20-year-old kayaker from California went missing after plunging over Willamette Falls in Oregon City and search efforts ...
Search expands after missing 20-year-old kayaker falls over Willamette Falls in Oregon City
The missing California man was last seen going over Willamette Falls. Search teams from multiple agencies are continuing the search into Monday.
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Willamette River reaches projected high point, begins dropping, as Salem roads, parks remain closed
Visitors are asked to not walk around safety barricades. West Salem Park remains closed due to pooling water. The Willamette River will continue to rise Thursday and into Friday, reaching the highest ...
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Sir Steve Redgrave criticises ‘unsafe’ River Thames water ahead of Boat Race
However, in recent years, the event has been overshadowed by growing concerns over the quality of the River Thames water. Three members from Oxford’s 2024 team suffered from stomach bugs in the ...
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Funding for the Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
The Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative will provide financial support for eligible projects that improve the water quality and aquatic ecosystem health of the Fraser River Basin. The Fraser ...
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‘It’s a real worry’ – Boat Race concerns as water in River Thames three times BELOW safety standards
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... ROWING legend Sir Steve Redgrave believes the water quality in the River Thames is a "real worry" ahead of the 2025 Boat Race on Sunday.
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New Richmond homes still surrounded by water as Ohio River begins to recede
Even with Ohio River levels beginning to recede, the flooding is far from over in places like New Richmond.Dozens of homes and businesses are still surrounded by water.“It’s not on my first ...
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Portions of Ocmulgee Heritage Trail, Amerson River Park closed due to rising river levels
The county says these areas will remain closed until the river level recedes and cleanup is completed. Park visitors are asked to avoid marked-off areas.
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New River Trail State Park celebrates opening of Ivanhoe Birding Trail, Foster Falls self-guided tour
MAX MEADOWS, Va. – New River Trail State Park has opened two new experiences for visitors: the Ivanhoe Birding Trail and the Foster Falls Self-Guided Tour. These additions provide opportunities ...
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The Grand River is the most flooded it's been in a year. How high is it?
The Grand River in Grand Rapids is no stranger to flooding, especially in early spring. But, as of Monday, water levels have hit their highest point in a year. Grand River water levels usually ...
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Second oil spill on the River Wandle in two months
South London residents fear another ‘environmental disaster’ after a second oil spill in the River Wandle in just ... showing oil or fuel floating on water at Watermeads Nature Reserve ...