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Scottish Canals
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We're the custodians of Scotland's canals - a vital part of our nation's rich heritage, contributing #CanalMagic to Scottish life for 250 years.
Jun 11, 2021 • 8 tweets • 11 min read
UPDATE 11 June

@transcotland and @Ameyplc continue to investigate the blockage in the Monkland pipeline, which is affecting water levels on the #ForthandClydeCanal. Investigations are expected to be complete by late Monday 14 June 2021. (1/5)

bit.ly/3cmiw1A Due to low water levels on the eastern side of the canal, specialists have carried out a comprehensive fish rescue in Falkirk that involved safely transporting captured fish to unaffected waters. (2/5)
Jun 10, 2021 • 9 tweets • 12 min read
UPDATE 10 June

@Ameyplc & @transcotland yesterday begun intrusive investigations to get a clearer picture of the cause following improved understanding of the issue causing the blockage on the Monkland pipeline. (1/6) Helpful conversations with @ScottishEPA have led to considerations of pumping water from the River Kelvin to the west of the #ForthandClydeCanal, with option of pumping water from the River Clyde and River Carron if the incident is not resolved quickly. (2/6)
Jun 9, 2021 • 8 tweets • 11 min read
UPDATE

Third party investigations have shown there is a blockage in the underground pipeline near Townhead, Glasgow which supplies 70% of the water needed to operate the #ForthandClydeCanal. While we are using other water sources we are only seeing half the flow needed (1/5) Scottish Canals are installing fencing and safety messaging at key locations advising the public to stay away from the canal channel, lock gates, and chambers, and ask that everyone stays out of the silt as these actions pose safety risks. (2/5)