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Floods Ravage North Carolina Counties | Roanoke News
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Torrential rains dumped over seven inches in 24 hours near Ararat, North Carolina, devastating homes and roads across Patrick, Carroll, and Mount Airy counties. Three VDOT bridges collapsed, two houses were destroyed, and debris from the Dan River blocked roads — but locals rallied like never before. Volunteers delivered food, citizens organized aid, and officials praised the community’s resilience. VDOT expects two washed-out bridges repaired by September 30, with a third recovering faster. Residents have 40 days to appeal new FEMA floodplain assessments. Amid the wreckage, one thing’s clear: this region’s people are tough, united, and ready to rebuild.
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