There is a very dangerous water hazard reaching all the way across the Presumpscot River, shore to shore, near the busy Route 302/Forest Avenue Sebago to the Sea trailhead boat access. Over 20 big trees are interlocked tightly blocking the entire river; there is no clearing even at the shores. This is called a “strainer,” and these are life-threatening obstacles; anyone getting too close can become pinned against the strainer by the current and drown.
This public hazard is just as dangerous as the seven dams that are upstream from this, with one difference: At least the dams carry public warnings and floating markers. With the summer heat waves, swimmers and paddlers are in great danger.
This river blockage should be cleared right away before someone is hurt, or worse.
John Picone
South Portland
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