Planada

The flood was catastrophic for the town of 4,000 residents. Around 80% of Planada’s population was impacted and suffered some level of property damage.

Residents can apply in March and receive funding as soon as April. But not all are happy with $15,000 limit for direct assistance.

It’s the latest suit that’s been filed in the aftermath of floods that hit Planada and Merced.

After several meetings and months of waiting, Planada residents received a better look Tuesday evening at what $20 million in flood relief might look like for the community.

Residents expected a presentation on the draft plan. Instead, the county wants more feedback.

While Merced County residents have been slowly rebuilding their homes from the winter flooding, experts warn that the combination of lingering moisture and summer heat may cause some new complications.

Hundreds of Merced County residents joined together this week to file government claims against the county as a result of its flood response.

Planada, a small mostly Latino town, was among the first to be flooded in January. Researchers say 83% of families suffered economic losses.

The Comcast Corporation today announced a significant investment for one of Merced County’s rural communities.

Nearly two months after flood waters overtook a tiny community in Merced County, housing remains uncertain.