New research suggests that cities are actually avoiding floodplains. This is due to routine municipal practices like zoning changes. The study shows that construction in flood zones has surged despite the increasing threat of floods, putting communities at higher risk. As climate change exacerbates flooding, experts stress the importance of better planning and policy changes to prevent future disasters. This calls for a shift in how we approach urban development, prioritizing climate resilience and the protection of vulnerable areas
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Rethinking Floodplain Development: Cities Are Choosing Higher Ground
“When we tell the story that the United States is building a ton in the floodplain, we miss out on the fact that that’s not true everywhere,”
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