South Florida flooding

State of emergency declared in South Florida as relentless rainfall causes major flooding

Living in South Florida, where relentless rainfall has caused major flooding, I can’t help but feel a sense of concern and uncertainty. The state of emergency that has been declared highlights the severity of the situation, with countless individuals and families facing the devastating consequences of the floodwaters. It’s disheartening to think about the challenges that so many people in our community are facing, especially considering the fact that some may not even have home insurance to fall back on.

The refusal to acknowledge the reality of climate change by certain political leaders is bewildering, to say the least. How can we ignore the overwhelming evidence that points to the impact of human-driven climate change on extreme weather events like the flooding we are currently experiencing?… Continue reading

Ron DeSantis declares emergency over floods after cutting stormwater funds

Ron DeSantis, the Republican Governor of Florida, recently declared a state of emergency in five counties due to heavy flooding in southern Florida. This move came just a day after he made the decision to cut $205 million in stormwater, wastewater, and sewer projects from the state’s budget. It’s an interesting turn of events, to say the least.

The irony of the situation is hard to miss. On one hand, we have DeSantis slashing vital funding for projects that could potentially mitigate flooding issues in the state. On the other hand, he’s quick to declare a state of emergency when faced with the very consequences of his own actions.… Continue reading