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Sewage Leak Threatens Fourth of July Beaches | Concord News
Massachusetts North Shore beaches are closed for swimming as a massive sewage leak floods the Merrimack River, turning holiday plans into a “Jaws-like” nightmare for locals and tourists alike. A pipe overwhelmed by rain dumped 60 million gallons of untreated waste, forcing emergency measures — including a temporary pipe expected online within 24 hours — while officials scramble to manage debris and test water. Mayors complain of poor communication, canceled rentals, and economic fallout, even as the governor insists beaches remain open for boating and sunbathing. With 14 other beaches also…
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