It’s Raining, It’s Pooling In North Augusta
A lot of us would agree, we need the rain. But too much of a good thing is pouring some major problems into the hands of some. Joy Howe went wading Friday and has the wet shoes, and the stories.
A lot of us would agree, we need the rain. But too much of a good thing is pouring some major problems into the hands of some. Joy Howe went wading Friday and has the wet shoes, and the stories.
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By Joy Howe
WJBF News Channel 6 Aiken County Reporter
Published: November 14, 2008
North Augusta, SC—Many of us spent the day trying not to get our feet wet.
But for Mitchell Purdue and his wife Debra, that’s a tough task to wade through, once the raindrops start falling.
Debra Purdue, North Augusta, “Every time I hear the forecast calling for rain, I get so stressed and so upset, I think what are we going to face with the rain coming down, and how is it going to be this time?“
Every time there’s a downpour, there’s a sinking feeling at the Purdue’s house.
Mitchell Purdue, North Augusta, SC: “I never believed I’d have to buy waders to take my trash out to the trash can, that’s how bad it is.“
They want to know when this problem will be fixed. They’re not alone.
We tried to speak with the city’s Storm Water Management Supervisor, who apologized, but said he was too backed up by complaints about these very issues.
He did give some reasons for the giant puddles. Whenever there’s a period of drought, the ground becomes impervious, and water simply sits on top, instead of sinking into the soil.
Another reason is the season. Fall leaves often clog up drain pipes, creating massive puddles that can turn into rain-made ponds.
Mitchell: “See how it runs up under his house?“
The Purdue’s put on their best rain shoes whenever there’s a wet forecast, but it’s getting harder to put on their best faces.
Mitchell: “I want to leave, it’s a disaster. And we need the rain, you know?“
Yes, we need the rain…but maybe without being swamped with everything that comes with it.
Right now, the Purdue’s say they are involved in a lawsuit with a long list of people, trying to get to the bottom of all their water problems.
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Posted by ( Bobsled2006 ) on November 18, 2008 at 1:14 am
I hope that you will keep following this story and dig. As an insider, I can tell you there is much more to be found with the city officials. I believe if you speak with Mr. Hardy and/or Mr. Purdue they may give you a little more direction of people of interest.
As for the time of year….this is not a new issue. I did not see any trees around either house that could clog the gutters like what the city’s storm water management supervisor suggested. From what I know….one of the houses has experienced over 16 inches of water in the crawl space.
I am certain if you keep looking in the city of N.A. you will find a story or two.
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