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Floods Dislodge Federal Buoys Near Laredo | Texas News
Floodwaters swept massive federal buoys down the Rio Grande, piling up under Laredo’s World Trade Bridge and forcing a weekend shutdown—no bridge damage, but major trade disruption. These 12-15 foot buoys, meant for future deployment near Eagle Pass, were dislodged by the surge. While some speculate state buoys from Operation Lone Star were also swept away, the governor’s office insists theirs remain in place. Experts had warned this scenario was likely; now, with waters receding and cleanup underway, the focus is on restoring commerce—while underscoring nature’s power and the complexities of…
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