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FEMA is covering 90% of flood help in Dearborn -- Here’s what the $8 million will do
FEMA is providing over $8 million to Dearborn to address neighborhood flooding, covering 90% of costs. The funding will add 6,200 feet of storm sewers and structures to manage heavy rainfall, focusing on east Dearborn neighborhoods between Chase Road and Greenfield. Mayor Abdullah Hammound has discussed the city's plans to protect areas with repetitive flooding.
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