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Stormwater Management: Why It’s Critical Before Starting a Construction Project
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Storm drain grate along Route 1, partially clogged with leaves, dirt, and vegetation growing through the metal grate.

Out in the field today inspecting stormwater drains -- making sure trash, debris, and vegetation are cleared before summer storms roll in. 🌧️ Proactive work like this helps reduce flooding and keep our waterways clean. #Flooding #WaterQuality #FloodPrevention

Dooly County agrees to sponsor Turkey Creek reservoir study and forms working committee County commissioners voted to sponsor a proposed Turkey Creek reservoir and established a working committee and advisory board to assist project planning, citing flood prevention, recreation and agricultural water management among project goals.

Dooly County has taken a bold step towards enhancing flood prevention and recreation by sponsoring a transformative 1,442-acre Turkey Creek reservoir project!

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Sumter County Council adopts flood ordinance amendments to match new FEMA Black River maps Sumter County Council unanimously approved amendments to its Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (OA-22-09) to adopt revised FEMA Black River watershed maps and Flood Insurance Study revisions, a change the county must enact by Oct. 27, 2022 to remain in the National Flood Insurance Program.

Sumter County Council has taken a crucial step to protect residents by adopting updated FEMA flood maps, ensuring continued access to federal flood insurance benefits.

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Rideau River ice blasting begins this Saturday.
City teams will conduct controlled blasts to break up melting ice and reduce flood risk.
Please stay clear of the river. Blasting creates open water, strong currents, and unstable ice.
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Kent council awards three public-works contracts, including $2.09M Mill Creek floodplain project The Kent City Council on Feb. 17 approved three public-works contracts: Specialized Pavement Markings won two citywide pavement-marking and striping projects totaling $659,620, and Rodarte Construction won a $2,089,290.47 Mill Creek floodplain reconnection contract; all awards were approved by voice vote.

The Kent City Council has just greenlit over $2 million in public works contracts aimed at revitalizing streets and combatting local flooding—big changes are on the horizon!

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Nantucket finance panel backs bylaw to create stormwater utility, estimates $7–$10 monthly ERU fee The Nantucket Finance Committee voted to recommend Article 71, a bylaw to create a stormwater utility and enterprise fund to fund operations, permitting, and maintenance. Consultants said an equivalent residential unit (ERU) approach would likely average $7–$10 per month, and the utility aims to replace a current general-fund transfer projected at roughly $538,000 for FY27.

Nantucket's Finance Committee just backed a groundbreaking stormwater utility that could transform water management with a monthly fee as low as $7—are you ready to learn how this could affect your community?

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Buncombe County planning board advances life‑safety flood‑ordinance text amendments to public meeting The Buncombe County Planning Board on Feb. 16 reviewed phase‑one text amendments to the county flood damage prevention ordinance that would tighten floodway rules, add definitions (conveyance shadow, repetitive loss, LOMC), require emergency action plans for all temporary structures, and prohibit new travel‑trailer encroachment; staff will bring a public meeting in March and the package to commissioners in April.

Buncombe County is taking bold steps to enhance flood safety by tightening regulations and redefining floodway rules to protect our community from future disasters!

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Henry County reviews ROVO bridge preconstruction, Lewis Co. start date and plans to notify townships before culvert cleanups County staff reported a preconstruction conference for the ROVO bridge; Lewis Company will begin work Feb. 9 and the county may need to extend contractor insurance. Road bureau chief Dennis Bowers said crews will notify townships with a two-week window to clear culverts before county crews step in and bill townships; he estimated about 40 culverts may need attention.

Henry County is gearing up for major bridge construction and a new plan to tackle clogged culverts—townships better act fast or face a bill!

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Bradley Road Bridge fully funded and on track; city cites October opening Acting Mayor Bob Carwin said Menifee’s $17 million Bradley Road Bridge is fully funded after a $5 million federal allocation and is on schedule for an October opening, adding walking and biking trails to reduce flooding and improve access.

Menifee's $17 million Bradley Road Bridge is officially underway, promising to enhance connectivity and prevent flooding, with a grand opening set for October!

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Morgan County board outlines REDI-funded drainage work to divert flows from cemetery The drainage board described engineering changes funded by a REDI grant to reroute watershed flows away from Artesian Avenue toward a cemetery storage ditch, with bids advertised and construction expected to begin after an April award and localized work largely complete by July.

Major changes are coming to Morgan County's drainage system, designed to protect the cemetery and improve water storage by redirecting flows from Artesian Avenue!

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Maryland lawmakers hear emotional appeals to pass ‘Mason’s Law’ after 13‑year‑old’s death Family members, first responders and the bill sponsor urged the House Environment and Transportation Committee to pass HB 34, "Mason’s Law," requiring safety grates or remediation of hazardous storm‑drain inlets after testimony that 13‑year‑old Mason Kearns was sucked into an unprotected drain in Mount Airy.

Maryland lawmakers are faced with an emotional plea to pass 'Mason's Law' to prevent future tragedies after the heartbreaking loss of 13-year-old Mason Kearns in a flash flood.

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Consultants outline stormwater bylaw and utility proposal; board asks to leave technical thresholds to regulations Consultants from Hazen & Sawyer presented a draft stormwater enabling bylaw proposing a stormwater utility, fee schedule tied to impervious area, and enforcement appeal timelines; the Select Board favored leaving numeric thresholds to the implementing regulations and asked staff for sample appeal workflows and tailored outreach.

A new stormwater bylaw proposal could reshape Nantucket's approach to flooding and groundwater protection, giving the town greater control over its water management systems.

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El Campo adopts flood-damage rules into Unified Development Code The El Campo City Council adopted Ordinance 2026-01 to move flood-damage-prevention regulations into the Unified Development Code, maintaining a one-foot-above-base-flood-elevation standard and adding new prohibitions for critical facilities and special flood-hazard areas to satisfy state grant requirements.

El Campo City Council has taken a significant step in flood management by adopting new regulations that clarify construction standards in flood-prone areas.

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Skowhegan moves to survey downtown sewer and storm systems before DOT paving The Select Board approved funding and authorized survey work to map and separate combined sewer/storm structures on Madison Avenue and nearby downtown blocks, aiming to prevent costly digging after DOT repaving and to reduce combined-sewer-overflow (CSO) risks.

Skowhegan is taking crucial steps to fix its aging sewer and storm systems before state repaving, aiming to save money and prevent flooding chaos downtown!

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The Ministry of Public Works and Transport stresses collaboration in storm preparedness, urging proper waste disposal to prevent flooding. Accumulated waste blocks drains, worsening risks. Everyone shares responsibility for maintaining safety.

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Council awards drainage maintenance contract to Louisiana Hydroblast; city and vendor outline proactive cleaning program New Iberia approved a contract with Louisiana Hydroblast Solutions LLC for drainage system maintenance and heard a presentation showing cleared storm drains, a planned rotating maintenance cycle, and coordination with forthcoming capital engineering work funded by the state.

New Iberia is taking proactive steps to tackle flooding with a new drainage maintenance contract that promises a citywide cleaning program and faster storm response!

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Buncombe County staff propose tighter floodway rules, expanded emergency-action plans and new definitions County staff presented draft amendments to ZPH2025-00042 that would add NFIP definitions (conveyance shadow, repetitive loss, LOMA/LOMR), expand emergency action plan (EAP) requirements to cover temporary materials, and prohibit new travel trailers, floatable materials and junk vehicles in the floodway; the meeting was discussion-only and no ordinance vote was taken.

Buncombe County is taking bold steps to enhance flood safety with new regulations aimed at protecting lives and property in flood-prone areas.

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Microsoft and NASA create AI agents that can help scientists anticipate floods and other water woes A screenshot shows how Hydrology Copilot can turn a simple query into an interactive, color-coded map. (Microsoft Infographic) Microsoft and NASA say they’re applying artificial intelligence to a challenge...

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Putting off sump pump maintenance can lead to costly basement or crawlspace flooding when you least expect it. Small issues today can turn into major water damage tomorrow.

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Lebanese ministries are tackling highway waste disposal, which hampers drainage and raises flood risks. New regulations will penalize violators and enhance coordination. Citizens are encouraged to adhere to waste management guidelines. #Lebanon #WasteManagement #FloodPrevention

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The National Authority for the Litani River has begun cleaning operations in Saghbine as part of a World Bank-funded project to reduce pollution in Qaraoun Lake. This phase addresses sediment and waste threatening safety and causing flooding.

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MBDK outlines updated flood-prevention plan with three key strategies KLANG — The Klang Royal City Council has developed a new flood-prevention plan focusing on sustainable urban development, integrated waste management and enhanced development enforcement. Mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain said the strategy will guide future flood-mitigation projects, including drainage upgrades, retention ponds, pump installations and riverbank clean-ups under the “Love Klang River” programme. The […]

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Lebanon's Ministry of Public Works effectively prepared for storms, minimizing water pooling through proactive drainage care. They stress the importance of shared responsibility to prevent blockages from waste and aim to maintain road safety. #Lebanon #PublicWorks #FloodPrevention

🌧️ With winter rainfall on the way, is your home prepared? Our latest blog, Navigating the Deluge, explores practical ways to prevent and manage flooding — and protect what matters most. 🏠

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Council hears $50M drainage needs; staff recommends $15M–$20M packages focused on Lois Branch and erosion control Public Works staff outlined a large set of drainage projects with an overall program estimate of about $50.3 million (including escalation), highlighted a multi‑phase Lois Branch/Lois Lane project ($25.2M staff estimate) and presented an $11.1M dredging option for the Prairie Creek marsh. Staff recommended a $15M package that targets the highest‑le

Richardson's engineering team reveals a bold $50M drainage plan to tackle flood risks, focusing on critical projects that could save homes and enhance safety.

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