Floods Are Increasingly Common. Our Water Infrastructure Is Unprepared
The deadly flooding in Central Texas has reignited urgent calls for investment in modern water infrastructure, with experts warning that outdated systems leave communities vulnerable to extreme weather. Despite growing public concern and bipartisan support for flood resilience, federal funding remains far below what’s needed and some key programs like FEMA’s BRIC face possible elimination. Advocates say tragedies like this should spur unified action, not partisan debate, to strengthen infrastructure and prevent future disasters.
