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Brazos County is overhauling how it manages flood risks to keep your neighborhood from turning into a lake during storm season. It’s a major update on the infrastructure and planning meant to keep your home and commute safe when the rain starts pouring.
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Stable — consistent level of discussion. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 4 the 60 before.
Investing in better drainage and flood prevention now could save you a fortune in potential property damage and rising insurance premiums later.
Homeowners in low-lying areas and anyone who relies on local roads staying open during heavy storms will see the biggest perks.
No groups negatively affected
HOUSTON — Over 70,000 homes and businesses are without power in Texas as Tropical Storm Edouard moves inland over the Gulf Coast, according to PowerOutage.com. Nighttime flooding remains a threat as the storm moves deeper into the state.
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ENVIRONMENT| CLIMATE CHANGE