Hidalgo County officials met with a representative from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers who informed officials that all additional repairs to the Rio Grande levee will be completed by the end of June 2021.
Hidalgo County officials met with a representative from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers who informed officials that all additional repairs to the Rio Grande levee will be completed by the end of June 2021.
Portions of Monte Alto roads completely flooded after Wednesday storm
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In Monte Alto near Mile 5 Road, portions of the road are completely flooded following the severe weather that moved across the Rio Grande Valley on Wednesday.
Officials at Hidalgo County Precinct 1 say no homes were seriously damaged, but some residents say many homeowners left the area after dealing with flooding issues.
Officials advise residents to pay close attention to roads while driving as many are still underwater.
If you live in Hidalgo County Precinct 1, you can call (956) 968-8733 to report any issues.
Monte Alto man concerned over drainage improvements
Monte Alto man concerned over drainage improvements
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Flood-prone Monte Alto was spared of Wednesday s storm, but fewer residents are around to see it.
Arturo Martinez has lived in Monte Alto since he was a child, but he says his home has suffered significant flood damages in the last three years.
While the floodwater missed the the veteran s home and receded in the afternoon, he says some of his neighbors have left for good.
“People have moved out,” he said. “Maybe because of the damage they got before.”
Hidalgo County Precinct 1 will hold two COVID-19 vaccine clinics on Wednesday, May 5.
Moderna vaccines will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis. No registration is required to receive the vaccine.
Eligible residents are asked to bring a completed COVID-19 pre-screening form. Click here for the form.
The first clinic will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Progresso High School cafeteria located at 700 Business FM 1015.
The second clinic will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Edcouch Fire Department located at 200 W Santa Rosa Avenue in Edcouch.