Flooding Worsens as Rain Persists in Maine
National Weather Service warns rain continues through week with groundwater at saturation. Maine Emergency Management Agency official warns of high runoff and safety concerns as Gov Baldacci eyes disaster declaration for York County to secure federal aid.
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Evacuation Damage in Hampton Area From Weekend Rain
Rain drenched the Hampton region causing flooding of roads and basements and prompting school closures. Meteorologist Steve Capriola of the National Weather Service in Gray Maine warned of more rain through tonight and tomorrow with unsettled conditions likely to ease by Tuesday. The Seacoast floods were rain driven not tidal, with 12.45 inches recorded as of 10:15 Friday. See further in Hampton.
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Exeter Struck by Great Dam Breach Floods and Flooding
Heavy rainfall swollen rivers flood basements and close schools across Exeter region. Rescue workers work nonstop evacuations and accidents amid power dangers. Water supply remains intact while emergency activity continues as state of emergency is declared in New Hampshire. More rain expected this week.
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Waterlogged towns face flood cleanup after days of rain
In Portsmouth and across the Seacoast, three days of record rain flood basements and streets. Fire Chief Chris LeClair reports around 100 calls for service with three to four pumps in use while big pumps struggle to remove water. Residents worry over sump pumps and lingering damage as roads close and schools pause activities. Governor Baldacci tours affected areas as New Hampshire communities brace for ongoing rainfall and cleanup efforts.
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York flood tops 1996 as 500 year event says chief
Police Chief Douglas Bracy described ongoing York rainfall as perhaps a 500 year flood after the 1996 storm. He warned roads may stay impassable for months and cited the Cape Neddick Bridge and Josiah River bridge as critical failures. Dozens of primary and many secondary roads remained flooded or washed out.
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