Kay and David Robbins, who own an architectural firm on Main Street, said they attended to support their neighbors who were hit harder. Howard County Executive Allan H. Kittleman (R) spent the day assuring the downtown’s 1,200 residents and owners of 112 businesses that Ellicott City will rebuild. [This is how an ‘off-the-charts’ flood ravaged Ellicott City]Mikulski said she will move quickly to arrange for federal emergency aid. See what the scene looks like after flooding in historic Ellicott CitySee what the scene looks like after flooding in historic Ellicott CityAmber Georgieff and Gayle Killen couldn’t contain their enthusiasm Monday afternoon when a yellow bulldozer scooped up muck and debris and threw it into a dump truck on Main Street in Ellicott City, Md. Sam Coyne, who owns a jewelry store on Main Street, said at this point he is worried about the engagement rings, wedding bands and mother-in-law and bridesmaids gifts that sit in his store.

Source: Washington Post August 01, 2016 23:59 UTC