Storm drain repairs to begin on Del Prado Boulevard

Reporter: Tiffany Rizzo Writer: Nicholas Karsen
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Flooding seen in the streets of SWFL. (CREDIT: WINK News)

Road flooding has been a persistent problem in Cape Coral. Now, a contractor for Lee County will begin adjusting the storm drain system to combat this issue.

The contractor will assess and repair the storm drainpipe system on Del Prado Boulevard on Monday.

Despite consistent complaints from residents regarding the drainage system, the City of Cape Coral claims that it is one of the best in Florida.

Officials cite that water is not supposed to drain quickly but rather collect in swales as pollutants need to be filtered out before reaching the canals.

The southbound lanes of Southeast 42 Terrace on Del Prado Boulevard will be closed as crews make repairs.

Construction will begin from 9 p.m. and continue through 5 a.m., on Monday.

The project is expected to last for roughly two weeks.

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