Pascagoula’s Flood Fight

Pascagoula’s flooding crisis hits hardest near Market Street and U.S. 90, where flat coastal terrain and overwhelmed drainage systems collide during heavy rain and high tide. City Manager Justin Larsen warns this isn’t just a drainage problem—it’s a geography-driven emergency made worse by debris clogging storm drains, which rely on residents to report issues. Longtime locals like Robert Steiner know the drill: water piles up when drains can’t handle the rush, even if they’re clear. The city’s Live Oak Drainage Improvement Project, now in its first phase, aims to upgrade infrastructure in this flood-prone zone—with hopes for future funding to expand the fix. But beyond this project, Pascagoula’s ten-year plan recognizes that aging water and sewer systems need constant, strategic upgrades to keep pace with rising waters. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/10830e2d1ab1d800