Hurricanes, Poverty, and Their Devastating Toll on Marginalized Communities

Hurricanes, Poverty, and Their Devastating Toll on Marginalized Communities

Introduction Hurricanes are forceful natural phenomena, unleashing devastation that reshapes landscapes, disrupts lives, and erodes infrastructure. Yet, for impoverished communities—often characterized by a lack of resources, limited mobility, and fragile support networks—hurricanes are not mere storms but transformative tragedies. These areas, frequently marked by racial concentration and scarce housing options, endure the most severe consequences…