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Storm Prep: Drainage Districts Brace | Beaumont News
Tropical storm prep is in full swing as Jefferson County drainage districts race against time to clear ditches, test pumps, and brace for heavy rain. District Six, covering Beaumont and Nome, deploys 11 teams to keep water moving—knowing even light showers can turn into road trouble. District Seven, overseeing Nederland and Port Arthur, is gearing up for up to ten inches of rain, with the real threat being how fast it falls. Intensity matters more than total volume—if rain hits hard and fast, systems could buckle. Both districts are checking gear, staying alert, and urging residents to report…
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