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Rep. Henry Cuellar, Laredo officials to address Rio Grande flooding, displaced border buoys
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Emma Galle , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 25, 2026
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Key points Further details on the plans to recover the buoys and protect trade are expected to be announced by officials, including a US Representative and the Laredo Mayor, at the press conference. Flooding along the Rio Grande has prompted a response from local officials.
Flooding along the Rio Grande has prompted a response from local officials. A press conference is scheduled to address the issue. Public safety and border infrastructure are expected to be discussed.
The flooding caused buoys to break loose, moving downstream. Local, state, and federal agencies are involved in the response. Further details on the plans to recover the buoys and protect trade are expected to be announced by officials, including a US Representative and the Laredo Mayor, at the press conference.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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