Everyone Was Surprised To See What This Two-Centuries-Old Canal Had Under The Water After It Was Drained

Published on 03/23/2021
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Save The Fish

Workers continued to drain the water from the Canal Saint-Martin until only 20 inches of water remained. They had to get the fish to safety first. The cleanup crew spent three days in the water catching carp, trout, and bream. They captured the creatures and relocated them to a different section of the river.

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Save The Fish

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Swimming There Might Be Possible

Even though seeing all the trash in the canal was disheartening, there is still hope. The discoveries brought attention to the city’s littering problem. Authorities used the opportunity to talk about the situation. “If everyone mucks in and avoids throwing anything into the water,” said Celia Blauel when she spoke to the MailOnline, “we might be able to swim in the canal in a few years.” She is the deputy mayor.

Swimming There Is Possible

Swimming There Might Be Possible

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