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Waterways still closed

By Gazette Staff July 3, 2008 - 11:10 a.m.

The Rock County Sheriff’s Office is reminding boaters the Rock River and Clear Lake remain closed. All public landings on the river and lakes are closed and the Town of Milton has a Slow/No Wake ordinance in place on Clear Lake.

The office warns there are quick currents and hidden debris in the waterways, and they will only enter the water for emergency rescues.

Residents are encouraged to stay off the water and out of flooded areas, and anyone who sees somebody in flooded areas or on the river or lake should call authorities.

craigholmes
Jul 3, 2008 at 12:41 p.m.
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ChsMkr: Both lakes are technically open, its just a matter of getting your boat on, as the launches are closed. If you go, paddle slow as not to create a wake.

Sure would be nice to own a plane, a hot air balloon, or helicopter to see all the remaining flooding and the aftermath!

ChsMkr
Jul 3, 2008 at 11:36 a.m.
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I was thinking of canoing on Gibbs Lake this weekend. Wonder if that's closed too?

red58
Jul 3, 2008 at 11:31 a.m.
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If Clear Lake is closed, why is there a slow/no wake order? There should be no boats, and thus no wake.

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