Florida can rebuild smarter after the hurricanes. Here’s how
Higher densities and more compact development in the right place would create more resilient and sustainable communities.
Tag: Hurricane Milton
Jails and prisons often fail to protect incarcerated people during natural disasters
When Hurricane Milton hit, jails in Manatee and Pinellas counties were under mandatory evacuation orders but weren't evacuated.
EVs weathered the storm: How electric vehicles are helping during extreme weather eventsÂ
With backup power capabilities and the ability to maintain climate control during outages, EVs are invaluable resources.
Florida’s dangerous dance with hurricanes and coastal development
To protect Florida from climate change's impacts, the state must overhaul policies that keep us in a growing state of ...
After disasters, whites gain wealth, while people of color lose, research shows
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. ...
Impact of climate change on parenting is a new reality
By Elizabeth Bechard and Emily Pickett As mothers of four children collectively, including one with special needs, we’re no different ...
Time to freak out? How the existential terror of hurricanes can fuel climate change denial
For many people, denying the existence of a climate crisis is not only convenient, but may feel psychologically necessary.
Beyond bottled water and sandwiches: What FEMA is doing to get hurricane victims back into their homes
In the wake of declared federal disasters, FEMA offers its Public Assistance and Individuals and Households programs.
UF expert: While hurricanes are on your mind, get your septic system inspectedÂ
About 2 million Florida homes – or about 30% of the state’s residents – rely on septic to treat wastewater.
Pollution caused by storms shows that Florida needs infrastructure improvements
We can’t stop hurricanes, but we can better prepare our communities to handle what comes with them.
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