Hurricane Milton has driven home the urgent need for better infrastructure and flood defenses in Florida's rapidly growing coastal communities, where the risk of natural disasters is ever-increasing.
With three hurricanes striking Florida this year, the challenges of balancing development and safety are stark. The vulnerability of coastal areas calls for a re-examination of land use policies.
The destruction from Hurricane Milton is a stark reminder that Florida's growth on vulnerable shorelines is fraught with risk, requiring policymakers to prioritize disaster preparedness.
Flash flooding due to Hurricane Milton left many people trapped and displaced, highlighting the immediate dangers faced by communities along Florida's coast as they continue to expand.
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