Tag: storm surge
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$7.6 Billion Hurricane-Proofing Efforts Fail to Prevent NYC Subway Flooding, Additional Measures Considered
Despite a $7.6 billion investment in hurricane-proofing measures after Hurricane Sandy, New York City’s subway system continues to struggle with flooding, not just from hurricanes but also from heavy rainfall and natural groundwater seepage. The Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) is now considering an additional $1 billion in flood mitigation efforts to protect the subway’s dense…