"Storm wreaks havoc in New Hampshire: Flooding, road closures, and power outages"

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"Storm wreaks havoc in New Hampshire: Flooding, road closures, and power outages"
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Jackson Falls in New Hampshire's White Mountains experienced flash flooding as a powerful storm brought heavy rain and rapid snowmelt to the area. The typically tranquil falls turned into a rush of brown water, washing over its banks and flooding nearby areas. The Main Street bridge was closed, and several sideroads sustained significant damage. The Saco River also reached a major flood stage, and the town of Jackson is awaiting an engineer's assessment to determine when it will be safe to reopen.

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