Atherton, America’s Wealthiest City, Faces Growing Flood Risk Amid Climate Change

Doug McIntyre highlights the flooding risks facing Atherton, California, the nation’s wealthiest city. With average home prices at $8.3 million and a median income of $1.5 million, approximately 10% of Atherton’s homes are in FEMA-designated floodplains. McIntyre references a Washington Post study showing that flood maps in eastern North Carolina underestimated the flood risk after Hurricane Helene, suggesting a similar situation could threaten Atherton and other areas nationwide.