Hurricane Idalia devastated a Florida fishing village, necessitating costly and complex rebuilding with new homes on stilts, exacerbated by climate change impacts.
After Hurricane Idalia devastated a small fishing village in Florida, rebuilding has proven complex and costly for many residents, with new homes on stilts, as required by code, costing up to $450,000. The emotional and financial toll of recovery is compounded by the increasing impacts of climate change on coastal communities. While the U.S. government has invested billions into projects aimed at building resilience, protecting these areas is becoming increasingly complex and challenging.
July 15, 2024
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