What's happened
Hurricanes Milton and Helene have caused significant destruction across Florida and western North Carolina. Milton made landfall on October 9, while Helene struck on September 26, leaving communities grappling with recovery and highlighting the growing impact of climate change on storm patterns.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to the New York Times, Hurricane Milton's impact was less severe in Florida due to effective evacuations, with Mayor Lynne Matthews noting, 'people listened to the evacuation order.' In contrast, the Independent highlighted the devastation caused by Milton, which resulted in at least 10 fatalities. The New York Times also emphasized the differing recovery challenges faced by Florida and North Carolina, with experts like Beth Zimmerman stating, 'Everybody needs to be looking not to what they experienced in the past, but what is happening now in terms of hurricanes and extreme weather.' This contrast illustrates the varying levels of preparedness and the need for adaptive strategies in the face of climate change.
How we got here
Hurricane Helene struck Florida on September 26, followed by Hurricane Milton on October 9. Both storms have raised concerns about the increasing intensity and frequency of hurricanes due to climate change, affecting regions with varying levels of preparedness.
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