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Vehicle Goes Over Embankment, Lands in Farmington River in Canton
Crews had to remove a vehicle that went over an embankment and landed in the Farmington River in Canton on Saturday morning. Multiple firefighters worked to remove the upside down vehicle from the water. Authorities have not said if anyone was hurt in the incident. It’s unclear what may have caused the vehicle to leave the road and go...
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DEEP Investigates Illegal Use of PFAS in Burlington
The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is investigating after Burlington firefighters allegedly used firefighting foam illegally to put out a car fire. A DEEP spokesperson said fire officials responded to a fully engulfed car fire on Route 6 Wednesday night. Universal Gold AFFF foam, which contains the chemical PFAS, was used to put out the fire, they said….
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Farmington River Tubing Closed for Remainder of Season Due to Flooding
Tubing on the Farmington River is now closed for the season after flooding due to the remnants of Hurricane Ida.
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DEEP, U.S. Coast Guard Warn of Debris in Connecticut Rivers
Leftover debris from Tropical Storm Elsa and this weekend’s storm could cause some issues for boaters and swimmers come this weekend. Long tree logs, stomps and branches can be found along the Connecticut river according to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and the U.S. Coast Guard. “These things can move up on you quickly and can be...
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Community Gathers to Mourn After Bodies of Missing Teens Found in Farmington River
There was an emotional vigil near the Farmington River Monday night after the bodies of two teens who went missing while swimming on Thursday.
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Bodies of Missing Teens Found in Farmington River
Crews have been searching for 17-year-old Anthony Nagore and 15-year-old Lucas Brewer since they were reported missing Thursday.
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Police Find Bodies of Missing Teens in Farmington River
Police have found the bodies of two teenagers who went missing after going swimming in the Farmington River on Thursday.
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Bodies of Missing Teens Found in Farmington River
The bodies of two teens who went missing after swimming in the Farmington River last week have been found, officials confirmed Monday.
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Warning Issued About Farmington River for Rising Water Levels
Anyone who was planning on heading to the Farmington River today is urged to be cautious. Connecticut State Environmental Conservation Police warn that water levels are expected to rise quickly this morning and the currents will be strong even though the water looks calm.
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As Search Continues for Missing Teens, Warning Issued About Water Safety
The search continues for two teens who have been missing since going swimming in the Farmington River in Avon last week and the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is warning people to use caution when using bodies of water in Connecticut for recreation. They warn that water levels will remain high this week and dangerous conditions should be…
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Search For Teens Missing in Farmington River Suspended
The search for two teens missing in the Farmington River has been suspended on Saturday after resuming earlier in the morning, according to the state Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection. DEEP said the search was suspended due to dangerous conditions on the water. This marks the second time the search was suspended. The search was also suspended Friday afternoon…
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Search For Teens in Farmington River Now a Recovery Mission
Police suspended the search for two teens missing in the Farmington River Friday afternoon, but planned on continuing the search Saturday morning.
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Search to Resume for Two Teens Missing After Swimming in Farmington River
Police will resume the search for two missing teens from Plainville who were last seen swimming in the Farmington River, according to a Silver Alert issued overnight.
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Two Teens Missing After Swimming in Farmington River
Police are searching for two missing teens from Plainville who were last seen swimming in the Farmington River, according to a Silver Alert issued overnight.
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Search For Teens Missing in Farmington River Resumes
The search for two teens missing in the Farmington River is continuing on Saturday, according to Avon police. The search was suspended Friday afternoon due to conditions in the river, state environmental police said. They have been searching for 17-year-old Anthony Nagore and 15-year-old Lucas Brewer since they were reported missing Thursday. Officials from the state Department of Energy and…
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Man Drowns in Farmington River
One man is dead after he drowned in the Farmington River Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 1:40 p.m., according to police. Police received a call that a 19-year-old had already been under water for several minutes. Witnesses and friends told police that the 19-year-old was last seen going under water in the Farmington River approximately 20 feet from…
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DPH Relaxes Warnings on Eating Fish From Farmington River
Health officials are relaxing recommended restrictions on eating fish caught in the Farmington River after a June 2019 spill of firefighting foam that contained PFAS chemicals.
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PFAS: Connecticut's Emerging Contaminant Digital Exclusive
PFAS is a group of man-made chemicals that have been used since the 1940s across the world, including the United States. These chemicals do not break down, and have been tied to can lead to adverse reproductive, developmental, liver and kidney effects.