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Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Just Received These Updates about the Canals


TRANSalert@canals.ny.gov
show details 6:07 PM (4 minutes ago)
UPDATE: THE ERIE CANAL LOCK E2 TO E19 WILL REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

The Erie Canal between Locks E-19 (Frankfort) and E-2 (Waterford), will remain closed to all vessels until further notice. Hurricane Irene caused record flooding in the Mohawk River and the Canal Corporation is currently assessing damage to several structures.  Updates will be provided once the full extent of damage and what efforts are necessary to reopen are determined.  Updates regarding the reopening status of the Erie Canal will not be available until next week at the earliest.

For updates and information monitor 1-800-4CANAL4 andwww.canals.ny.gov.
06:07:21PM 9/6/11
TRANSalert@canals.ny.gov
show details 6:02 PM (11 minutes ago)
CHAMPLAIN CANAL - LOCK C-1 TO C-7 CLOSURE

Mariners are advised that the Champlain Canal from Lock C-1 (Waterford) to Lock C-7 (Fort Edward) as well as Lock C-12 (Whitehall) is closed due to high water levels until further notice.

For updates and information monitor 1-800-4CANAL4 andwww.canals.ny.gov.
06:00:08PM 9/6/11

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