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Answering questions.... Where's Pinellas County? Just to keep things in perspective as all the big Weather Channels talk about Tampa impact I thought it'd be appropriate to let you all know where Pinellas County is... It's the peninsula west and southwest of Tampa. We have the 2nd largest density population in Florida at a million. Northern end extends to Tarpon Springs and Dunedin, Southern and Southeastern end to St Petersburg, and Western end is Cleawater. So if you want some light reading look up 2008 Hurricane Ike and Bolivar Peninsula, which was a Cat 2. Our county also has a string of 3 barriers islands that include Treasure Island, St Pete Beach, Pass-a-Grille, Madeira Beach, Indian Rocks, Indian Shores, Redingtons, Clearwater, Honeymoon). Another question I get asked is where's my Emergency Operations Center, it's in Largo which is just a few miles east of the beach. On the Response... Great thing about my Urban Search and Rescue world is I've been in touch with my IST Liaison and it's good to know we have the resources operationally ready for response deployment. Another added configuration is the Aviation support to expedite forward operations. So just know we've received unconditional support from Florida's Department of Emergency Management- SERT and Governor DeSantis. A few pages that will let you track weather related stuff in this county include locals like "Dennis Phillips" and "Mike's Weather Page" No doubt, it's going to be a freight train of a punch (with sub 900 barometric pressures) but the response element (from all of the local fire and LEO agencies, state teams, and federal teams) is going to be there for Pinellas County. We got this Florida. #PinellasCounty #ESF4 #ESF9 #EmergencyManagement #PinellasCountyEmergencyManagement #LargoFR #PalmHarborFR #PinellasParkFD #SeminoleFR #StPetersburhFR #TreasureIsland #MadeiraBeach #SunsetBeach #FDEM #USAR #FloridaDepartmentofEmergencyManagement #UrbanSearchandRescue #HurricaneMilton

Hurricane Helene rocked the Southeast in late September, bringing devastating floods to many regions. Parts of Atlanta, a member of the Cities for Smart Surfaces, were hit hard, but thanks to Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI), some neighborhoods were spared the worst. 🌊 Rodney Cook Sr. Park and Old Fourth Ward Park—designed as stormwater retention ponds—held up under the storm, protecting nearby homes from severe flooding. Developed with support from our coalition partner, Trust for Public Land, these parks are a prime example of how investing in GSI can build climate resilience and benefit communities. 🌿 Check out this article to learn more about Atlanta's green Infrastructure: https://lnkd.in/gJzdrXdt

Rebuilding Communities Stronger Leading the way for Sustainable Recovery In the wake of the 2024 hurricane season, we are reminded of both Florida’s beauty and resilience. As a Florida resident, Energy Harness is here to support our communities as we come together to rebuild and recover. Together, we can make Florida stronger and more sustainable than ever before, with a focus on lasting, clean energy solutions that not only restore but also upgrade our homes, schools, and businesses. As we look to the future, Energy Harness is committed to lighting the path forward, literally and figuratively. Our innovative LED lighting systems bring powerful, cost-effective, and energy-efficient solutions to every space, reducing energy costs and providing durable lighting that can withstand the demands of Florida’s environment. For communities where safety and visibility are essential in rebuilding efforts, Energy Harness’s LED solutions offer the quality you can count on. Together, we can create a new future for Florida—one that is not only restored but resilient, modernized, and prepared for generations to come. Energy Harness stands with you, ready to build a brighter, more sustainable Florida, one step at a time.

In the face of increasing storm intensity, building hurricane-resistant homes is becoming essential—especially in places like Florida. Sean Murphy, co-president of Coastal Construction, is setting a new standard by designing a home in Miami’s Coconut Grove that incorporates cutting-edge hurricane-proof features. Though these innovations can add about 15% to the construction cost, they could redefine resilience in storm-prone regions. Could this be the future of homebuilding in coastal areas? #RealEstate #ResilientDesign #SustainableBuilding

With the acquisition of Weber Environmental Services in May 2023, Continuum/Weber has become an organization with significant scale and landscaping capability, especially when it comes to the Florida market and servicing customers in response to damage from natural disasters. From hurricanes to floods to tornadoes, check out our blog on safety tips for before and after a storm and how Continuum Services can help you during these unprecedented occurrences: https://lnkd.in/eM_c7wRz #safety #environmentalservices

We thought about sharing a joke today, but after enduring back-to-back hurricanes, it still doesn’t feel like the right time. Instead, we want to recognize the resilience and ingenuity of Florida’s homebuilders. In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we’re inspired by the stories of communities that withstood the storms. Babcock Ranch and Southshore Bay are prime examples of forward-thinking neighborhoods designed to weather any challenge. We're proud that Streetleaf’s solar-powered streetlights play a part in providing these communities with reliable, renewable lighting—even in the face of extreme conditions. While we're proud of our communities for the recovery efforts, we want to acknowledge that resilience isn’t just about bouncing back. It’s about being ready for what’s next. https://lnkd.in/dKWRQ5jg

As a Florida resident, you understand that hurricane season brings with it the possibility of damaging winds and water, but have you considered how to best protect your trees? A recent University of Florida study has indicated that many trees can withstand up to Category 1 storm winds. To further prepare, experts suggest hiring a professional landscaper to identify potential issues and make necessary pruning, and to plant varieties more resistant to high winds, such as sand live oaks. Post-storm, Veransa Group's green waste disposal services can help you responsibly manage fallen tree branches and debris. Find out more about our commitment to sustainability. https://bit.ly/43M1nrC

Interesting questions to ponder here from Rob Young, PhD, PG on #coastaladaptation. Where are #adaptation and #resilience measures actually working? What are the metrics that we have in place or need in place to measure effectiveness? We had a chance to discuss some of these questions on the most recent Triple Point™ Podcast. https://lnkd.in/g5sQ22Qr

Wow. This is the first I have heard of a city understanding that at some point, due to climate change, it will no longer exist. “The shrewdest product of this line of thinking is the Coastal Master Plan, Louisiana’s grand unified theory of coastal restoration, land creation and retreat, developed in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The most impressive aspect of the master plan is not its advertised $50 billion cost (likely a gross underestimate), nor its relentlessly forward-looking framework: It renews every five years, rendering it a 50-year plan in perpetuity. Nor is it the plan’s Genesis-like ambition to make dry land appear out of the gathering waters, harnessing the force of the Mississippi River to build tens of thousands of acres of land to buffer against future storms. No, the most impressive part of the plan is its honesty. For the authors of the plan freely acknowledge that, even in the best-case scenario, the plan will fail.”

Southern Louisiana is the nation's laboratory for coastal projects designed to create habitat and provide storm/flood protection. They are throwing all the spaghetti at the fridge to see what sticks (that metaphor probably doesn't translate well). This year, they propose to spend $1.7 billion on all kinds of projects: from river diversions to marsh creation. They have constructed tens of kilometers of barrier islands. Here is my question. Can anyone tell me which of these projects have provided the most storm protection? Which projects are reducing storm surge and by how much? Are any projects simply not working as hoped? Disappearing quickly? Providing no measurable storm protection benefits? Can we rank the projects built over the last ten years by cost effectiveness? Which projects have provided the most storm protection for the least amount of money? Significant spending goes into design and compliance for this work, but I fear we are not spending enough on the back end understanding what is working and what is not. Hurricane Ida still buried Plaquemines and St Bernard Parishes. Folks lost their homes and shrimp boats. How can we spend tens of billions on future projects if we are not providing an honest assessment of those already completed? I apologize if I have missed that detailed analysis. Please share if I have. This is not to call into question the work in Louisiana. I am simply asking of we are learning all we need to learn to guide future projects and to be able to speak honestly to the people of southern Louisiana about what can be accomplished. #PSDS #Louisiana #CPRA #coastalprotection #coastalrestoration #itsthepeople #monitor #canwepromisestromsurgereduction https://lnkd.in/e-WdYV92