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Completed: Contractors have cleared the tree and navigation is open again.
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Shropshire Union Canal
From: 31 January 2026, 9am
To: 2 February 2026, 2:02pm inclusive
Region: West Midlands
Reason: Vegetation
Subject to review on: 2 February 2026
| Closest waterway | Shropshire Union Canal |
| Starts at | Bridge 40, Water Bridge |
| Ends at | Bridge 40, Water Bridge |
A fallen tree is blocking navigation at Bridge 40, Water Bridge. Contractors will be attending site this morning with a large team and additional equipment, as several tree trunks are under tension and require specialist handling. A further update will be provided once more information becomes available.
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