DVIDS - Images - Historic home in Freeport, NY, is elevated to reduce risks from future flooding [Image 13 of 17]
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After the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy flooded their house with five feet of water, the homeowners made the decision to elevate their house above the new flood level of 12 feet determined by New York State and FEMA.
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