Downtown Harlingen saw some light rain Wednesday morning, but it caused some standing water in some areas.

On 5th Street and Pierce Street, the water was still visible. City crews are working on a $3 million drainage project that they say will ease flood concerns in the area.

Sudden rain, fast buildup and years of flooding have been Ted Picacio's life for the past 16 years.

"When it gets really flooded, big vehicles, or these monster trucks, they slam the water and all these waves come over," Picacio said.

A new drainage project could finally bring Picacio some relief.

Harlingen crews broke ground on the $3 million drainage project in early November, which will triple the amount of stormwater capacity in the area.

"We're really excited about it. It's the 5th and 7th Street storm wate

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