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Storm Legacy: How Storm 2006 transformed the Borderland forever
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Rosemary Garcia , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The city suffered significant damage, with a total of $315 million in losses.
A severe flood event occurred in the Borderland twenty years ago. Residents were forced to evacuate as hundreds of homes were destroyed. The city suffered significant damage, with a total of $315 million in losses.
The flooding was caused by heavy rainfall during the monsoon season. A substantial amount of rain fell in a short period, with 15 inches measured from July to September. Further information about this natural disaster and its impact on the city is available from local news sources, including details about subsequent changes to the city's stormwater system.
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Category: local Published: August 6, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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