Relief is on the way for nearly two dozen families in Eustis, Lake County, who were forced from their homes due to recent storms, flooding and the partial collapse of a culvert during heavy rainfall.

Fire Chief Mike Swanson announced that repairs, including repaving Creek Run Lane, are expected to be completed in time for families to return by Thanksgiving.

The washout and collapse were caused by nearly 20 inches of rain, which overwhelmed the culvert.

On Thursday, commissioners passed a measure to provide upfront funding to the Homeowners Association at Spring Ridge Estates to expedite repairs.

Twenty-one homes, accessible only by driving over the culvert, were evacuated, and residents have been living in hotels or staying with friends or family members since the incident.

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