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Buoys Not in Water But Flooded Anyway | Laredo News
Hundreds of border buoys meant to block crossings ended up floating down the Rio Grande—not because they were deployed, but because they were sitting in a park, waiting to be installed, when floods swept them away. Heavy rains swelled rivers, flooding towns like Eagle Pass and leaving communities scrambling for recovery. CBP says a contractor was staging the buoys, but nature took over, scattering the equipment. Now, as waters recede, locals face the long road to rebuilding—highlighting just how unpredictable the environment can be, especially along the border. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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