LONGWOOD, Fla. — A much-anticipated court hearing will be held Thursday for a woman who poured concrete down a storm drain.
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Plugging the drain has caused flooding issues in Longwood’s Shadowbay community.
Neighbors say the flooding is a direct result of that woman’s actions.
Read: Homeowner who caused flooding by plugging drainpipe could face criminal charges
The woman has a code enforcement hearing Thursday afternoon to determine possible fines for blocking the drain.
The near-constant presence of water has caused property damage, including stalled cars, and rising frustrations among homeowners and county staff who collectively believe a repair needs to be made quickly but are at odds of who should be responsible.
Read: Orlando residents say poor drainage is leading to neighborhoods flooding during heavy rain
Not only does she possibly face a daily fine, but she also may face criminal charges.
See more in the video above.
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