Mobile home residents face increased risks from severe weather
Many mobile homes are outdated and vulnerable to extreme heat, but there are programs helping residents retrofit them,
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In hurricane-prone Florida, a new state law blocks local policies aimed at reducing the impact of disasters
Local governments and 1000 Friends of Florida have sued over SB 180, which restricts new land development policies.
Rising waters: a practical look at Miami’s future
Our research at FSU shows that acting now to address sea level rise saves money and protects the community.
What is a downburst? These winds can be as destructive as tornadoes − we recreate them to test building designs
The downbursts are created using a hurricane simulator known as the Wall of Wind at Florida International University.
Trump wants to wind down FEMA. Could states fill the gap?
Shuttering the disaster agency could leave poor and rural communities exposed.
Disaster capitalism and the commodification of crisis in Florida
The endless cycle of recovery and destruction has left individuals financially and psychologically depleted.
Colonialism’s legacy has left Caribbean nations much more vulnerable to hurricanes
Colonial-era land policies and development have left island towns vulnerable to increasing storm risks.
Nighttime data shows inequities in Hurricane Michael power restoration
An FAU study found differences in restoration rates between urban and rural areas, disadvantaged and affluent communities.
An alternative to rooftop solar — A Q&A with the founder of Pavilion Solar
Aleksandr Bernhard is the founder of Miami-based Pavilion Solar, which produces canopies covered with solar panels for homes.
Hurricane season in Florida reminds us all to build a better house
The most sustainable strategy is to create high-efficiency homes that will last as long as possible.