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Congressman Cuellar confirms response plans are in place as buoys drift toward Laredo bridges
By Angie Bravo at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Local, state and federal agencies are coordinating flood response efforts as the National Weather Service projects the Rio Grande to crest at about 33 feet near the Colombia Bridge and about 24 feet at a secondary gauge, Rep. Henry Cuellar said.Several navigation buoys remai...
Key takeaway (KGNS) - Local, state and federal agencies are coordinating flood response efforts as the National Weather Service projects the Rio Grande to crest at about 33 feet near the Colombia Bridge and about 24 feet at a secondary gauge, Rep.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The situation with the navigation buoys drifting toward Laredo bridges puts a spotlight on the city's vulnerability to flooding, particularly in low-lying neighborhoods. Residents in these areas are likely on high alert, given the history of flooding in Laredo. The fact that door-to-door notifications are underway to encourage residents to review their emergency plans suggests that officials are taking a proactive approach to mitigating potential damage. The involvement of multiple local, state, and federal agencies in the response efforts is also a positive sign, as it indicates a coordinated approach to addressing the situation. As the Rio Grande is projected to crest, residents will be watching closely to see how the city's infrastructure holds up, particularly the water treatment plant intakes, which are critical to the city's daily operations. The next few days will be crucial in determining the extent of the flooding and its impact on the city.
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Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Local, state and federal agencies are coordinating flood response efforts as the National Weather Service projects the Rio Grande to crest at about 33 feet near the Colombia Bridge and about 24 feet at a secondary gauge, Rep. Henry Cuellar said.Several navigation buoys remai...
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