A popular boat tourist attraction's future has been put 'at risk' because of the amount of reed growing in a changing River Severn.
A popular boat tourist attraction's future has been put "at risk" because of the amount of reed growing in a changing River Severn.Dilwyn Jones has to take to the water with all due safety arrangements to clear reeds from tangling the propeller. Picture: Sabrina Boat
The reeds have also been tangling up on the boat's propeller meaning that someone has to go into the river to clean up the strangled propulsion unit. Mr Jones wanted to emphasise that every time they have to get into the river they wear all the protective clothing, following safety procedures with another person close by.
Dilwyn Jones has to take to the water with all due safety arrangements to clear reeds from tangling the propeller. Picture: Sabrina Boat
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