Harvey floods Houston as 50 inches fall. death toll 22 rises
Houston endures record rainfall from Harvey with 25 to 30 percent of Harris County submerged. rescuers pull people from rooftops while waters fill reservoirs and rivers. Officials estimate 444 square miles flooded as Louisiana threat looms.
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Storm floods drive wildlife chaos and health fears in Houston
Wildlife including alligators snakes deer and fire ants flee the flood layering new hazards. An outdated slow draining storm sewer system struggles to handle Harvey’s volume. Flooding mixed with toxic sites raises water contamination worries. Only about 20 percent of residents have flood insurance and uninsured losses are expected to be staggering.
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Elyria Woman Dies in Two Car Crash at West Avenue
Vicki Hill, 58, died Monday at a traffic light intersection when her car was hit from behind by Kristi Fitch of Elyria. Relatives recall Hill as a sports enthusiast who loved family and discussing players, stats, and college IDs. Her family began making funeral arrangements Tuesday as they mourn the loss.
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Charges Dropped in Barbert on Case Reinstates School Job
Prosecution drops charges against Scott Wuensch of Grafton a parent chaperone on a Midview Schools camping trip. Charges of disseminating matter harmful to juveniles public indecency and disorderly conduct were withdrawn after evidence review and Wuenschs evaluation. He is to regain his school position pending district action.
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