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Fall River Floods: Residents Take Charge | Providence News
Heavy rain looms over southern New England, but in Fall River, Massachusetts, residents are already drowning in frustration — literally. Streets routinely flood with moderate rainfall, swallowing cars and homes in a recurring nightmare that’s lasted years. Frustrated and ignored by city officials despite repeated pleas, locals are now building their own defenses: sandbags, makeshift barriers, and even $1,500 flood gates. With no official action from city hall and storms looming, residents brace for more damage — and wonder if their voices will finally be heard before the next downpour hits…
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