$1. 2 million flood warning network aims to give residents hours of notice across the Rio Grande Valley
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Cameron County is developing a flood early warning system to provide residents in the Rio Grande Valley with advance notice of potential flooding. Currently, 48 data collection stations are operational, with plans to add at least 18 more. The system aims to give residents several hours of warning, allowing them to take necessary precautions, such as gathering sandbags or important documents. The stations communicate to track rising water levels and send alerts downstream. Funded by the state at a cost of approximately $1.2 million, the project will also aid in determining future flood mitigation efforts. A sign-up link for alerts will be available this fall.
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