Strong Hurricanes, Stricter Building Codes Changing Florida’s Coastal Communities

Climate change and impact of insuring coastal areas

Trixie Parkes’ 1976 wood-framed cottage was both her home and her primary source of income, as she rented out two units on the top floor to tourists. However, Hurricane Ian ripped through in late September, destroying most of the first floor and gouging a gaping hole in the walls of the second floor. She lacked… Continue reading Strong Hurricanes, Stricter Building Codes Changing Florida’s Coastal Communities