Rebuild or retreat? Repeat flooding forces tough decisions on homeowners, governments
Floods bring damage and destruction to homes, roads and entire communities. When they recede, repairing and rebuilding can be difficult and costly. One option is not to rebuild, but retreat to safety instead. When is that warranted? Where and how is it happening? And what are the pros and cons?
Floods bring damage and destruction to homes, roads and entire communities. When they recede, repairing and rebuilding can be difficult and costly. One option is not to rebuild, but retreat to safety instead. When is that warranted? Where and how is it happening? And what are the pros and cons?
