Mississippi River Flooding: Updates and Efforts to Mitigate Damage.
TL;DR
Davenport officials have updated their flood prevention plan as the Mississippi River levels continue to rise. The city has put up HESCO walls along River Drive and closed portions of the road to prevent flooding. The water levels are currently at 17-18 feet and expected to rise with upcoming rain. The city is urging people to stay safe and avoid driving through water.
Topics:nationnatural-disaster#davenport#flood-prevention#hesco-walls#mississippi-river#natural-disaster#road-closures
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