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One Year Later: Chantal’s Lingering Impact | Raleigh News
Tropical Storm Chantal slammed into Orange County last July, dumping ten inches of rain and triggering catastrophic flooding that displaced 190 residents—seven families from public housing are still stuck in hotels a year later. Local governments spent $24.5 million on aid, while businesses saw nine close permanently and $8 million in public infrastructure damage. Residents like Mu La Pur, still living in hotels with her kids, face uncertain futures as repairs stall due to contractor shortages and permit delays. With federal coordination slow and funding unclear, the town races to rebuild…
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