Florida News Straight From the Source
In a recent column published by the Florida Times-Union, Vivian Young, Communications Director for the statewide nonprofit 1000 Friends of Florida, writes while many rightfully fear flooding during hurricane season, our state has become more vulnerable to flooding and erosion as a result of sea level rise, which now affects our state even when the tropics are quiet. [Read more…] about Build resilience for a stronger, safer Florida
In a recent opinion piece published by the Gainesville Sun, President of the Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Julio Fuentes, discusses critical issues around reopening during hurricane season, with a focus on Hispanic Floridians. [Read more…] about Reopening Florida in the midst of hurricane season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently revised its forecast for the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season to “extremely active.” [Read more…] about 2020 Atlantic hurricane season will be ‘extremely active,’ NOAA says in updated forecast
In a recent opinion piece published by the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Executive Vice President of the Florida Chamber of Commerce David Hart cautions that Florida could be facing a higher-than-average active hurricane season complicated by the economic downturn the state has experienced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about Florida faces potential “double whammy” this hurricane season
In an opinion piece published by the Tampa Bay Times, President and CEO of the Florida Wildlife Federation Preston Robertson reminds us that in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we must do what is necessary to prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season, which began yesterday. [Read more…] about Get ready for hurricane season
In an opinion piece published by the Palm Beach Post, Florida Consumer Action Network deputy director Bill Newton calls upon the Florida Legislature to consider stronger building codes, especially in Florida’s Panhandle where the building code is far weaker (built to withstand 120 mph winds) than in South Florida where buildings are built for 175 mph winds. [Read more…] about Florida Consumer Action Network op-ed: Florida lawmakers should encourage strengthening our homes
A new report released by the University of Florida Engineering School of Sustainable Infrastructure and Environment recommends voluntary building enhancements that would exceed the current requirements of the Florida Building Code. [Read more…] about New University of Florida Study Recommends Building Beyond Existing Florida Building Code
As reported by the News Service of Florida, the Florida Building Commission is considering updates to the statewide building code that would enable buildings to better withstand the damaging winds and water intrusion associated with hurricanes. [Read more…] about Florida Building Code Improvements to Better Withstand Hurricanes Under Consideration
Andy Karsner, an expert strategist in technology, policy and finance and former U.S. Department of Energy Assistant Secretary, last week testified before the House Subcommittee on National Security, International Development and Monetary Policy about the crucial role nature plays in mitigating climate change and strengthening U.S national security. [Read more…] about Karsner Testifies Before Congress on National Security and Risks of Climate Change
In a recent article published in the Insurance Journal, Lisa Miller lays out her case for how Florida’s Flood Insurance model could be a solution for the rest of the country. [Read more…] about How Florida’s Flood Insurance Model Could Work Nationwide
