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A vehicle driving through a flooded street.

Flood Safety Tips From the CDC

Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than any other hazard related to hurricanes and thunderstorms. The most common flood deaths occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous flood water.

A waterfall pouring into a calm stream at Headwaters State Forest.

Pigeon River Fund Awards More Than $200,000 in Water Quality Grants

The Pigeon River Fund has awarded nine grants totaling $223,686 to environmental groups working to improve surface water quality, enhance fish and wildlife habitats, expand public use and access to waterways, and increase water quality awareness.