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FEMA Grant Boosts Findlay Flood Mitigation
23 Apr
Summary
- Federal government grants $24 million for flood mitigation efforts.
- Project aims to reduce flood risks and restore 935 acres of wetlands.
- Grant covers half of the $46.8 million eligible project cost.
Findlay, Ohio, is set to receive significant federal support for its ongoing flood mitigation work. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a $24 million grant to aid in the construction of the Eagle Creek flood basin.
This crucial project aims to bolster the region's defenses against flooding, an issue that has historically impacted Southern Hancock County, notably in 2007. The initiative focuses on restoring natural ecosystems and improving flood resistance.
With the FEMA grant covering approximately half of the $46.8 million in eligible costs, the remaining $22.8 million will be provided by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. This funding will facilitate shoreline stabilization, the restoration of 935 acres of native wetlands, and enhanced floodplain capacity.
