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🌱 What investigators know so far about the Chesapeake City boat explosion

Chesapeake City, Maryland Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning Chesapeake City! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What investigators know so far about the Chesapeake City boat explosion

Also on today's calendar: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the new employee hide from his boss? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 83 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Showers around; not as warm, temps: high: 77, low: 67.
  • Wednesday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 83 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New details on victims from Chesapeake City boat explosion (delawareonline.com) — Nine people were hospitalized after a July 4 boat explosion on the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal at Schaefer’s Canal House and Marina in Chesapeake City. State investigators say four victims suffered serious burns and were flown to Baltimore, while the cause of the blast remains under investigation.
   

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Ok Chesapeake City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because good employees are hard to find (Thank you Pete C. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Chesapeake City

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.