The new flood damage estimates come as local officials scramble to compile information they can use to seek a federal disaster declaration, which could help local and state governments be reimbursed for the storm-related damages.
North Andover sustained nearly $30 million in flood damage to public buildings, businesses and private homes after torrential rain swept through the Merrimack Valley earlier this month, which prompted local officials to declare a state of emergency. More than six inches of rain fell within a six-hour period on Aug. 8, and flood waters reaching five feet poured into businesses.
BOSTON — State lawmakers toured flood damage sites in North Andover and Haverhill Wednesday, where officials are assessing the extent of wrecked businesses, homes, public infrastructure and other buildings as