The flooding has left roads and homes in Suffolk County severely damaged, with repairs estimated to cost tens of millions of dollars, highlighting the extensive devastation faced by the community.
Residents say the isolation due to road collapses has forced them to walk long distances to reach open streets, with some predicting it could take at least two years for the situation to improve.
Emergency declarations and volunteer efforts are bringing communities together, as neighbors help isolated families and towns work with state and federal officials to address the estimated $100 million in damages.
The level of destruction is staggering; with 72 homes majorly damaged and thousands of roads requiring repairs, officials stress the urgent need for rebuilding and modernization projects.
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