Maine Beaten by Another Storm
Crews continue cleanup efforts following third storm this year
It’s been a rough start to the year for those living along Maine’s coast.
Another high tide event brought on significant damage to communities in the Scarborough area this past weekend.
"It's unbelievable,” Scarborough resident Judy Hodgdon said in an interview with WGME. “I've never seen anything like this before."
Cleanup crews are working hard to get things back in order, no small task as this third event of the year has been keeping them busy. The Scarborough Department of Public Works was on scene Monday morning clearing pieces of concrete, rocks and debris.
The estimated 13-foot high tide completely submerged Bayview Street, beach access paths and ripped down fencing. Total damage is still being assessed.
Information gathered from Channel 13 WGME. Read original article here - https://wgme.com/news/local/crews-continue-clean-up-3rd-third-devastating-storm-hits-maine-coast-scarborough-higgins-beach-bayview-street-department-public-works-fema
California County Deals with Theft During Cleanup
Crews combat theft and vehicle damage while fighting fire
Firefighters from the Alameda County Fire Department were lodging at a local hotel while assisting with cleanup of storm damage, fighting fires and creating fuel breaks to help contain future fires. Parked outside the hotel were the emergency vehicles and equipment to get the job done.
Cory P. Rutherglen, division chief, explained in an interview with The Independent, that a nine-member crew and their two vehicles had just finished up their second tour of duty in early February and returned to the hotel to rest. When they woke up in the morning, they discovered vehicles damaged and missing gear.
“It just undermines the efforts of the crews,” Rutherglen said in the interview. “Everyone relies on first responders (doing) their jobs. ... It is very disappointing. It hurts.”
Damages and missing property are estimated to have a total cost around $15,000, which includes five high-performance chainsaws, new vehicle locks and windows. Also taken were individual kits containing the firefighter’s personal effects.
Rutherglen acknowledged that emergency funds are available, but said it is disappointing that they must be used due to the immoral behavior of those responsible for the crimes.
Information gathered from The Independent. Read original article here - https://www.independentnews.com/news/regional_and_ca/county-fire-crew-copes-with-equipment-theft-damage-after-storm-cleanup-work/article_4fb8fa0a-dc2b-11ee-ba91-63fdbf2ebe8c.html
