Miss. River Closes to Shipping, a Costly Move

The Coast Guard said it closed the Mississippi River at the port in Natchez, Miss., because barge traffic could increase pressure on the levees. Heavy flooding from Mississippi tributaries has displaced more than 4000 in the state. (May 17)

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Miss. River Closes to Shipping, a Costly Move

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