Federal flood insurance carries 2 moral hazards – which you face depends largely on how wealthy you are
Subsidized flood insurances lowers the cost of living in coastal waterfront homes at high risk of flooding.
Tag: disaster recovery
The next era of Atlantic hurricanes could be far more destructive
Recent research suggests climate change could supercharge swings between quiet years and hyperactive seasons.
After a hurricane, extreme heat poses a serious threat to recovery workers
The risk is even higher for crews that travel in from cooler climates.
Kristi Noem all but killed FEMA. Will her departure save it?
The embattled Homeland Security secretary froze spending and slashed staff, but it may have been illegal.
Local officials call on Florida House to act on bill amending 2024 planning restrictions
But time is running out, with the legislative session slated to end March 13.
Keep Florida’s growth management local
Local leaders and Floridians who want a say in how their communities grow must speak up now
Beyond the eye of the storm: The impact of repeated hurricane closures on mental health
Students face increased mental health risk while dealing with the challenges of a hurricane.
From the natural disaster club to the recovery club
Rural communities struck by natural disasters are creating models for sustainable, long-term recovery.
Restore community planning: Fix Senate Bill 180
SB 180 slaps a three-year suspension on planning for growth in every county and city in Florida.
Hope for the climate starts at home
We don’t have to wait for the state or federal government to respond to climate change