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<h2>DID you know...</h2>
The Left Hand Creek in Colorado flooded large sections of a road in 2013. Many sections were destroyed or damaged. The county of Boulder, Colorado, worked to offer new routes and repair the road. They also improved the safety of the road along the creek.
why?:
because
Boulder County’s flood happened because of its location in the mountains and an unusually large rainstorm. Like states, local communities have problems that need to be solved. These issues often depend on location, climate, and population. The daily lives of citizens are also affected. Property in Boulder County was damaged by the flood, and people could not travel safely near the creek.
Let’s look at other local issues that have an impact on the lives of citizens. As you read, think about what citizens could do to help solve these situations.
