HORIZON CITY, TEXAS (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 El Paso County officials will meet with Horizon City residents on Thursday to provide updates and resources after flooding damaged property and forced evacuations in the area.<\/p>\n
The community meeting is scheduled for 8 a.m. at the El Paso County Command Post at 15921 Horizon Blvd.<\/p>\n
County officials said they will share updates on ongoing cleanup efforts and available resources for residents affected by the flood.<\/p>\n
As cleanup continues, the El Paso County Public Works Department will place multiple roll-off dumpsters along neighborhood streets to help residents dispose of debris and other items. <\/p>\n
The update comes after El Paso County officials issued a disaster declaration on Tuesday in response to the flooding. <\/p>\n
The county experienced significant rainfall on Oct. 23 and Oct. 25, which officials said resulted in severe flooding, property damage, and the evacuation of numerous residents from their homes.<\/p>\n
With more rain expected this week, officials said concerns remain about continued flooding, land erosion, and further property damage.<\/p>\n
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