Floyd County cleans up after devastating floods

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FLOYD (WSLS 10) - Floyd County was recovering from floods many residents say were the worst they have ever seen.

Dozens of homes and businesses were damaged or even destroyed. Several houses along the Little River were picked up from their foundations and sent floating down the road.

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Emergency responders made a handful of rescues Tuesday night, including one woman who has lived along the river bank for more than 20 years.

Floyd County declared a local state of emergency Tuesday. Leaders are hoping that will allow victims to get help from the state.