GLOBE, Ariz. — An Arizona senator visited areas of Gila County that were devastated by historic flooding.

Senator Ruben Gallego traveled to Globe and to Miami, two areas hit by torrential rainfall and flooding that killed three people last week.

Globe Mayor Al Gameros, Vice Mayor Mike Stapleton, Councilman Mike Pastor and other city officials met with Gallego for a briefing at City Hall before walking the flood-damaged areas. Broad Street, one of the most damaged areas, was among them, a news release states.

Additionally, Gallego stopped to speak with business owners of La Casita Café—which has been in business in Globe for 78 years—as well as meeting with wildland firefighters and other first responders working on cleanup efforts, the news release said.

Gallego also visited Miami, the

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