Armstrong celebrates FM Area Diversion flood protection project

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 17:39 · Archive

North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong praised the FM Area Diversion Project, which he said will protect nearly 260,000 people from catastrophic flooding.

North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong held an evening celebration to honour the people and organisations behind the FM Area Diversion Project. The event recognised construction and engineering firms, land agents, and city, county, state and federal partners involved in advancing the project.

Armstrong said the project will protect nearly 260,000 people from catastrophic flooding—more than one-fifth of North Dakota's population. He described the flood protection effort as 'a game-changer for our state'.

In a social media post, Armstrong thanked the North Dakota Legislature, Congress and local residents for investing in the infrastructure, which he said is intended to serve current and future generations. He noted that he has supported the project in his roles as a state senator, U.S. congressman and now governor.

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• Armstrong celebrates diversion partners, says project will protect nearly 260,000 peopleNorth Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong recognized the people and organizations behind the FM Area Diversion Project, saying it will protect nearly 260,000 people from catastrophic flooding.Kfyrtv · 23 Oct, 17:02
• Armstrong celebrates diversion partners, says project will protect nearly 260,000 peopleNorth Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong recognized the people and organizations behind the FM Area Diversion Project, saying it will protect nearly 260,000 people from catastrophic flooding.Valleynewslive · 23 Oct, 17:02

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