A Flood-Damaged Car Crisis After Storms

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on an often-overlooked consequence of severe flooding: abandoned and flood-damaged vehicles. During major storms like Hurricane Helene and Milton, hundreds of cars are rendered inoperable, leading to massive costs in removal, repair, or disposal. McIntyre highlights that many drivers are not insured for flooding, leaving them financially vulnerable and contributing to a growing logistical challenge for cities hit by climate-driven disasters.