WHEELING, W.Va. \u2014 It doesn\u2019t take a major storm to create flooding problems in parts of Elm Grove, residents say \u2014 and after Monday\u2019s rainfall, some are pressing city leaders for answers on what is being done before the next heavy rain arrives.<\/p>\n
Residents are questioning whether culverts, ditches and storm drains are being properly maintained and whether additional flood mitigation projects are needed.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe sewage and the rainwater systems, they\u2019re just not maintained or cared for, or given any concern,\u201d said Jeremy Schreiber, CEO of Enlighten Health Care. \u201cAnd so residents like myself and business owners like myself are just going to continue to experience problems if we get 4 inches of rain \u2014 and we shouldn\u2019t.\u201d<\/p>\n
City leaders have acknowledged flooding challenges in several parts of the city, including Elm Grove. <\/p>\n
Officials said crews continue to monitor drainage systems and respond to problem areas as they arise.<\/p>\n
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