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Storm causes flooding in Wilkes-Barre homes

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In Luzerne County, the storm is causing flooding to homes in Wilkes-Barre.

Fire Chief Jay Delaney says about 30 homes are being inspected, and water was pumped from basements on Horton Street in Wilkes-Barre.

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Crews in the area are also monitoring the Horton Street sinkhole that opened up as a result of bad storms back in June, after it took on a considerable amount of water.

28/22 News was told the gas was shut off in the area, and there is no word at this time on when it will be turned back on.