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Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 07/25/2026 5:33pm

Article Summary:
**Luck Is Not a Flood Control Strategy: Why Preparation and Investment Matter**
A meteorological stroke of luck spared the Lake Houston area from the worst impacts of Tropical Storm Bertha, but the close call highlights deeper concerns about stalled flood-control projects, potential federal funding losses, and leadership turmoil at the Harris County Flood Control District. The article argues that relying on luck is not a viable strategy and urges stronger preparation, political engagement, and renewed support for completing long-promised flood mitigation projects.

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