Drought exposes hidden trash at Lake Hartwell; volunteers remove 8,300 pounds

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What happened

In a remarkable display of community spirit, volunteers have gathered over 8,300 pounds of litter from the shores of Lake Hartwell, driven by an ongoing drought that has unveiled hidden debris.

Key facts

  • In a remarkable display of community spirit, volunteers have gathered over 8,300 pounds of litter from the shores of Lake Hartwell, driven by an ongoing drought that has unveiled hidden debris.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:20:00 UTC.

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