Elon Musk’s Houston Tunnel To Stop Flooding

By Douglas McIntyre  •  August 31, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that Elon Musk, alongside a U.S. Representative, has been lobbying Texas officials to allow his Boring Company to construct tunnels in Houston. While the tunnels could offer a cheaper alternative for flood control, experts warn they may not be as effective. Houston’s vulnerability to hurricanes and low elevation continue to pose serious flood risks, which have historically led to citywide shutdowns and fatalities.

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