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Section 21: Community News Subject: Manklin - Emergency Closure Msg# 1220680
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This was the result of a sewer main break around Ocean Parkway and Cathell Road that caused 1200 gallons of raw sewerage to flow into the upper end of Manklin Creek.
Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino stated, "This was a very concerning situation that could have had even more disastrous consequences. Fortunately, County Public Works staff acted quickly to avert a bad situation becoming worse." |
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For reference, the above message is a reply to a message where: (Feb. 10, 2025) The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) has issued an emergency closure for shellfish harvesting in Manklin Creek following a sewage spill on Feb. 7. The closure, effective immediately, was enacted to protect public health and will remain in effect until March 1. The affected area includes all waters of Manklin Creek upstream of a line running in a northeasterly direction from a point of land (38° 22' 24.1"N. Latitude, 75° 07' 28.5"W. Longitude) on the southern end of the creek’s mouth to a point of land (38° 22' 42.5"N. Latitude, 75° 07' 26.7"W. Longitude) on the opposite shore. The closure also impacts Isle of Wight Bay and Sinepuxent Bay in Worcester County. The closure was enacted under the Annotated Code of Maryland, Natural Resources Article § 4-742. A map of the restricted area has been provided by MDE and is available for public review. The Ocean Pines Association is working closely with state and local authorities to monitor the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available. Residents with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact MDE. |
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