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After the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy flooded their house with five feet of water, the homeowners made the decision to elevate their house above the new flood level of 12 feet determined by New York State and FEMA. Steel beams, that will be placed under the 30 foot girders to lift the structure, are unloaded. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)

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