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Mercedes distributing sandbags ahead of expected rainfall — Photo: ValleyCentral

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Mercedes distributing sandbags ahead of expected rainfall

The city of Mercedes is distributing sandbags Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning at KC Hall in preparation for expected heavy rainfall in the Rio Grande Valley.

By Claudia Torres·3 hr ago

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - The city of Mercedes is distributing sandbags Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning, or while supplies last.

RELATED: Heavy rain targets the Valley, also bringing a much-needed cool down Sandbags will be available for pickup at KC Hall located at 150 N. Ohio Ave. Residents are asked to bring their own shovel.

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