May 22nd, 2025 by WCBC Radio

Allegany County Health Department reports as a result of the recent flooding, raw sewage is flowing into Braddock run downstream from upper LaVale, which then flows into Wills creek and downstream to the Potomac river.  Do not drink, fish, or come into direct contact with those waters until further notice.  The affected portion of the Potomac river is specifically the waters downstream from Wills creek.  Contaminants from raw sewage can cause severe illness.