Latest news with #floodmitigation
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Tampa's SoHo braces for stormwater project amid business concerns
The Brief Tampa's flood mitigation project on South Howard Avenue is moving forward to fix chronic flooding. Local businesses fear the construction could force permanent closures, but some residents say it's necessary. The city says construction won't begin until summer 2026 and will happen in phases. TAMPA, Fla. - Tampa officials are pushing ahead with a major stormwater improvement project along South Howard Avenue — better known as SoHo — aimed at resolving decades of neighborhood flooding. What we know The project will upgrade aging storm pipes that city engineers said are too small to handle even typical summer rainstorms. To fix it, they'll dig up parts of South Howard Avenue, and install drainage pipes five times larger, starting near Swann Avenue. Follow FOX 13 on YouTube City officials said the work will be done block-by-block in six to nine-week intervals, with efforts to maintain access to businesses throughout construction. "Doing nothing is really not an option. We know we have flooding just from regular storms every summer on a recurring basis," said Jean Duncan with the City of Tampa. "In our opinion, we have picked the least disruptive route possible, considering residential impacts, business impacts … We want to see all these businesses succeed." What we don't know Exactly how individual businesses will be impacted — or how many may shut their doors permanently — remains to be seen. A representative for the SoHo Business Alliance warns smaller restaurants may not survive. READ: Popular Tampa dog bar Pups Pub closing, owners cite changes to state regulation enforcement "There's not one business in this section that's supporting this project, not one," said Steve Michelini with the SoHo Business Alliance. "The businesses will shut down. The larger ones may be able to survive. The small restaurants, they're gone." What's next Construction won't start until next summer. The city will host another public meeting in the fall to share updates and gather more community input. The Source This story is based on public remarks and interviews taken during a city-hosted community meeting at the Tampa Garden Club on June 4, 2025. WATCH FOX 13 NEWS: STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app:Apple |Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
CBS News
4 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
Maryland Gov. Moore to announce support for flood mitigation projects in Howard County
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is expected to announce support for flood mitigation projects in Howard County through a state loan fund Wednesday. Additional support would be provided through the Maryland Department of Emergency Management's Resilient Revolving Loan Fund. Flood mitigation in Howard County Parts of Howard County experienced deadly flooding in 2011, 2016 and 2018, prompting an aggressive effort to prevent similar events in the future. After eight inches of rain turned Ellicott City streets into rivers and damaged more than 70 businesses, the county launched the Safe and Sound plan to address flooding issues with retention ponds in four areas. The plan dictates that debris be removed from waterways after weather events that bring two or more inches of rain within 24 hours or after strong winds. Before the plan was enacted, the waterways were inspected on a quarterly or semi-quarterly basis. Between 2018 and March 2025, Howard County's Department of Public Works removed more than 100,000 pounds of debris. There are a total of seven projects under the Safe and Sound Plan. So far, two of four retention ponds have been built, and a third is expected to be done by fall 2025, according to county officials. In Ellicott City, several flood safety measures have also been implemented, like signage pointing to high-ground access and a tone alert system. Federal funding cuts spark concerns The funding for all of Howard County's flood mitigation projects was secured, Executive Calvin Ball said in February. However, the proposed state budget and the Trump administration's federal spending cuts sparked concerns. The Safe and Sound Plan costs about $250 million, and a third of that is supported by federal funds, according to Ball. The county's flood mitigation plan is supported in part by a $75 million WIFIA loan from the Environmental Protection Agency and $20 million in funding from FEMA. "Uncertainty about federal funding places Howard County in an extremely precarious position, assuming tremendous financial risk," Ball said in March.
Free Malaysia Today
24-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia allocates RM3bil for Sungai Golok project
Deputy prime minister Fadillah Yusof said funding for the project would include building a security wall under the National Security Council. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Malaysia has allocated nearly RM3 billion for the Golok river mouth improvement project, says deputy prime minister Fadillah Yusof. Bernama reported that this is a strategic cross-border initiative with Thailand aimed at mitigating flood risks, safeguarding local communities and enhancing national security. Fadillah said the total funding for the project would include building a security wall under the National Security Council. 'We have informed the Thai government that Malaysia has approved a location for dredging works, while simultaneously undertaking improvements to Sungai Golok, including the construction of a river wall. 'This is not merely a flood mitigation initiative but also a security measure,' he said in Bangkok at the end of his four-day working visit to Thailand. He said parts of the project were awaiting final approval from the Thai authorities. The estimated timeline for completion is three years from the commencement date. On another issue, Fadillah said Tenaga Nasional Bhd and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand had completed feasibility studies on a plan to upgrade their existing power interconnection facilities between the two nations. He said both countries had acknowledged that the interconnection, commissioned in the early 2000s, was ageing and in need of an upgrade. He said this interconnection upgrade will secure cross-border electricity exchanges and lay the groundwork for future multilateral electricity trade under the Asean Power Grid initiative.
Zawya
13-05-2025
- Climate
- Zawya
Oman's second largest dam opens in Salalah
Salalah – Wadi Adawnib Dam – Oman's second largest dam – was inaugurated by Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources in Salalah on Monday. With capacity of 83mn m3, the RO24mn structure is of 389m length and 70m height. Officials said the dam, built as part of a broader flood mitigation strategy, is set to play a critical role in controlling seasonal floodwaters and protecting nearby communities. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
