Harlingen's drowning in water! The city's drainage system is totally overwhelmed by heavy rain, leading to flooded streets and major travel headaches. Stay safe out there and plan for delays.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 2 the 90 before that.
These changes could affect construction costs for new developments in flood zones.
Residents and property owners in flood-prone areas will benefit from improved safety and potentially lower flood risks.
Anyone trying to get around town is harmed, plus your car could be damaged by floodwaters.
The city is updating its flood rules to better protect property and meet modern safety standards. This affects how and where people can build in flood-prone areas.
City of Harlingen unveils high-water rescue vehicles ValleyCentral.com
Harlingen looks ahead one year after devastating floods ValleyCentral.com
The city is working on a long-term plan to fix drainage issues that cause flooding in neighborhoods. It's a massive, expensive project that will require federal and state help.
The city authorized the issuance of over $17 million in revenue bonds to fund improvements to the water and sewer systems. This is essential for maintaining reliable utility services.
City officials work to mitigate floods in Harlingen ValleyCentral.com
Harlingen flood victims express disapproval of city’s proposed drainage plans ValleyCentral.com
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