PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) – U.S. Rep. James Langevin is vowing to help Misquamicut rebuild its beach after Superstorm Sandy swept away dunes that protect the coastal community from tidal floods.
The Democrat told The Associated Press on Monday that wants the House to approve funds for the Army Corps of Engineers that could go to dune restoration. The House is set to vote on the next round of storm assistance next week.
Langevin says Westerly is seeking "several million" dollars in help following the October storm, which washed away Misquamicut's dunes and left the area vulnerable to flooding even as beachfront business owners seek to rebuild.
Langevin toured Misquamicut on Monday and says that while recovery efforts are well under way, much work remains to be done before the summer tourist season.
