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Shenandoah River swells over banks at Harpers Ferry, no damage expected

If something disrupts the Potomac River, DC has less than 24 hours of water in supply

There’s officially a drought across the DC area, but will it affect the local drinking water supply?

Completing bucket list nearly caused Md. paddleboarder to kick the bucket

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Cruise the Potomac River in a Bugatti or Mercedes — the Jet Ski version

Months of record-breaking heat put DC area under drought watch

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Boat crash on Potomac River injures 1, DC fire officials say

Drought likely to persist in Potomac River; higher chance of release from backup reservoirs

River Club opens on Georgetown waterfront this weekend

Body pulled from Potomac River believed to be swimmer missing since Friday

Search continues for missing swimmer near Great Falls; first responders warn public about ‘dangers’ of Potomac River currents

Better traction, too salty drinking water: U. of Md. researcher on environmental impact of road de-icers

Volunteers start New Year by cleaning up Mount Vernon Trail

Man dies after rescue from car submerged in Potomac River, police say