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Health Department Warns Residents in Brunswick to Avoid Waterways Affected by Sewage Overflow - Drinking Water is Safe for Consumption - posted 7/16/2025
Frederick County Health Department advises the public to avoid waters around Brunswick due to a sewage overflow. The affected area is in the East Wenner Branch into the Potomac River. All waters in the East Wenner Branch near Concord Drive down to the Catoctin Creek aqueduct in the Potomac River should be avoided.
Swimming and full body immersion in these waters should be avoided due to the sewage overflow. If a resident comes in contact with the affected water, they should wash thoroughly with soap and warm water, especially before eating. Boating and fishing is still permitted and fish may still be safe to consume if cleaned, scaled, and cooked. Pet owners should also keep their pets away from these waters.
The City of Brunswick is posting signs along the stream and at public access points. Waters should be avoided for one week from today, until July 23, 2025.
Located in southern Frederick County, Brunswick boasts abundant outdoor amenities including direct access to the C&O Canal Towpath and Potomac River. We are a stop on the MARC train line, and we’re just a short 20 minutes from Frederick...but with modern amenities located right in Brunswick, we hope to see you around town for all of your needs.
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