Kaptur works with Coast Guard, Army Corps and local officials to address flooding
U.S. Coast Guard and Army Corps of Engineers assisting flood relief efforts in Vermilion, Huron, and Rocky River
WASHINGTON—Representative Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced today that the United States Coast Guard is working actively to assist in flood relief efforts in Vermillion River, the Port of Huron, and the Rocky River. This intervention is the result of collaboration between Rep. Kaptur and local officials in Vermilion, Huron, and Rocky River with Coast Guard and Army Corps of Engineers officials in the region.
Coast Guard Cutter Neah Bay is cutting relief tracks off of Vermilion and Rocky River as well as conducting initial fracture for the Port of Huron in conjunction with Army Corps of Engineers flood relief efforts in the Central Basin of Lake Erie.
“I would like to thank the U.S. Coast Guard, the Army Corps of Engineers, local elected officials, my staff and residents of the affected areas for their joint effort in confronting the imminent threat of flooding in our area. The spring thaw can be a dangerous time for flooding and can pose serious challenges to residents and officials alike,” said Kaptur. “Thankfully we were able to work together across many jurisdictions this year to make sure that our flood response is as coordinated and effective as possible. As we continue to face harsh winters and unexpected changes to the climate in our region, we must remain vigilant in protecting communities along Lake Erie that are most likely to be affected.”
Vermilion Mayor Eileen Bulan applauded the collaborative intervention, saying, “We met with Lorain and Erie County Emergency Management and local law enforcement and determined that we needed to act quickly. We contacted Congresswoman Kaptur’s office and they responded immediately, coordinating with the Army Corps of Engineers and the Coast Guard to get us the help we needed. We appreciate everyone’s attention and hard work in making sure the residents of Vermilion were safe.”
For those in flood advisory areas, FEMA flood recommendations can be found here: 1.usa.gov/1CeA7QR.
General information about flood insurance can be found here:1.usa.gov/1oXAJnc.
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