Tampa Bay, despite being the most vulnerable US city to storm surge flooding, faces its greatest risk from Hurricane Milton with aging defenses and delayed projects.
The area's shallow seabed and coastal development leave half the population vulnerable to storm impacts, underscoring the urgent need for improved infrastructure.
Karen Clarke & Co's 2015 report highlights Tampa Bay as extremely susceptible to hurricane damage, with potential costs from Hurricane Milton reaching $175 billion.
Transportation infrastructure in Tampa Bay, including major roads and bridges, has been identified as critically vulnerable, which exacerbates the region's overall storm risk.
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