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'First and foremost, this is a safety concern': Environmental expert explains Middle Fork Vermilion River's closure, seepage issue

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OAKWOOD, Ill. (WCIA) -- With the Middle Fork Vermilion River closed due to a public safety hazard, one environmental expert is explaining the seepage issue that’s shutting it down. Andrew Rehn -- climate policy director with Champaign-based non-profit Prairie Rivers Network -- said Illinois Departme…

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  1. WCIA Champaign

    Vermilion River, Middle Fork Vermilion River closed after 'hazard to public safety' identified (opens WCIA Champaign)

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    VERMILION COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) -- An official with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources recommended restricting access on the Vermilion River and the Middle Fork Vermilion River after a "hazard to public safety" was found.

  2. WCIA Champaign

    'First and foremost, this is a safety concern': Environmental expert explains Middle Fork Vermilion River's closure, seepage issue (opens WCIA Champaign)

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    OAKWOOD, Ill. (WCIA) -- With the Middle Fork Vermilion River closed due to a public safety hazard, one environmental expert is explaining the seepage issue that’s shutting it down. Andrew Rehn -- climate policy director with Champaign-based non-profit Prairie Rivers Network -- said Illinois Departme…

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