In light of the possible hurricane, the latest word from Canal Corp: WATER LEVELS THROUGHOUT THE CANAL SYSTEM MAY CHANGE WITH LITTLE ADVANCE NOTICE. The Canal Corporation is closely monitoring Hurricane Sandy. The path of the storm is still unpredictable and conditions may change rapidly. Water levels in the Mohawk Valley are currently being drawn down to minimum navigable levels.The Canal Corporation is planning to further reduce water levels in the Mohawk Valley to below navigable levels beginning on Saturday.Any vessels located between Locks E-8 and E-16 may become grounded once this occurs. All mariners should consider removing their vessels from the Canal in advance of the storm while the opportunity exists. For updates and information monitor 1-800-4CANAL4 and www.canals.ny.gov/index.shtml. 06:30:11PM 10/25/12