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  1. River flooding impacted university buildings at Ohio University, which is located in a flood plain near the Hocking River.

Athens City Council Adopts Flood Mitigation Measures Following Severe Weather

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 6
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Following three major rainstorms in June, August, and September, Athens City Council received updates on measures to combat flooding. The city is purchasing flood garrison barriers and established a Sanitary Sewer Backflow Prevention Program. Natalie Kruse Daniels, director of the environmental studies program at Ohio University, presented flood mitigation solutions to the City Council in September.

From athensmessenger.com

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The severe flooding prompted the city to take action, including establishing a new fund for flood mitigation. The city will also reimburse residents for installing backflow prevention valves and assist property owners with silt removal and sewer line testing.

River flooding impacted university buildings at Ohio University, which is located in a flood plain near the Hocking River.

From athensmessenger.com

Who's involved

  • Ohio UniversityOhio University, whose director presented flood solutions to the city council.
  • Hocking RiverThe Hocking River, which is located near Ohio University and contributes to local flooding.

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