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Relief efforts continue in the Upstate region after Tropical Storm Helene left communities devastated, roads impassable and thousands without power.
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Greenville shares progress on roads, trees, traffic lights
City of Greenville has shared its progress on roads, trees, and traffic lights.
“We sent our a “reconnaissance team” of folks who typically work in the office to drive all roads and roads in city limits and put eyes on where we need to focus efforts. We confirmed 101 route closures. We opened up 39 of those routes.
“We have a remaining 62 route closures, of these 38 involve powerlines and 24 are trees that need to be removed. Many of these are only partial closures.
“Our Engineering team designed, executed and implemented a plan to ensure safe roadways, 174 signals out of 207 are now operational.
“Public Works took over 500 calls today to assist residents with questions and concerns.