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flood control projects
Coverage of flood control projects in the Nexus archive.
- Wu, feds unveil plan to tackle sea level rise in Boston
Boston and the US Army Corps of Engineers have unveiled a $10 billion draft plan to address sea level rise, including 20 projects like floodwalls and levees to protect flood-prone areas. The plan aims to mitigate risks for over 250,000 residents and 20,000 buildings, with federal funding covering up to 65% of construction costs.
- Philippine senator charged with plunder says he will surrender
A Philippine senator charged with plunder related to a kickback in a flood-control project said he will surrender after a court ordered his arrest. The senator, Jinggoy Estrada, denied wrongdoing and had previously surrendered and been released on bail.