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Photos and Videos Show Devastating Flooding in Lake Charles
Lake Charles is underwater. Literally.
Residents of Lake Charles and surrounding areas are sharing photos and videos of the flooding as southwest Louisiana is currently experiencing heavy rainfall.
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