Portsmouth Gets $1M to Fix Floods | Virginia Beach News

Portsmouth just landed a $1.1 million federal grant to tackle chronic flooding in neighborhoods like Gust Lane—thanks to recent torrential rains that turned streets into rivers. Residents, including longtime local Ray Smith Sr., say the problem’s been worsening for years and this funding is just the beginning. The money will upgrade aging stormwater pipes and improve drainage along Deep Creek Boulevard, but officials admit it’s not enough to cover the multi-million-dollar bill. They’re now racing to secure more grants and budget allocations to avoid passing costs onto homeowners. While no construction start date is set, city leaders see this as a vital first step toward safer, drier streets. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/b73fa674e4774703