More than a week after historic rainfall hit the Treasure Coast, Martin County leaders are looking at how to prevent another flooding disaster after officials said Port St. Lucie pumped floodwater into the Savannas Preserve before water flowed south toward neighborhoods in Jensen Beach.
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Martin County looks for flood fixes after Port St. Lucie pumping into Savannas Preserve
The flooding and damage came days after the historic rainfall stopped, leaving residents questioning what happened, who was pumping water into the preserve and what can be changed before another major storm.
WPTV’s Michael Hoffman has been following those questions as families continue recovering from homes that were damaged or destroyed.
Residents question what happened after the rain
Residents have told WPTV they believe pumping floodwater from areas to the north contributed to the natural flow of water moving south and overflowing into their Jensen Beach neighborhoods…