Deseret News | 10 years after flood, Riverdale grateful for volunteers

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10 years after flood, Riverdale grateful for volunteers

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Ben Jones (former mayor) | 7:41 a.m. July 11, 2009

Thank you Deseret News for reminding us of all the positive outcomes of a terrible disaster. There really is a silver lining in all those dark clouds. People still care about their neighborss and are willing to sacrifice for others. I was honored to be a part of a great effort.

Newswriter | 10:54 a.m. July 11, 2009

That is a terrible lead! When did this happen? What does this picture from 10 years ago have to do with anything?

@ newswriter | 1:48 a.m. July 12, 2009

You seem angry for no reason. Tell us more about it. Having lived near the community for years, I can tell you this was huge for Riverdale and the surrounding area. You should see how much closer we are now for having survived this flood. Don't be so mad. Some of us are grateful for this story.

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People dig out a car after a canal near Riverdale broke and left 1345 West inundated in water and mud in excess of 6 feet on July 11, 1999.

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