Federal agencies, local officials and scientists will weigh in on five options to prevent homes from flooding in the coming years. The meeting is closed to the public.
Alix Soliman
Climate & Environment Reporter, KTOO
“I write stories that shine a light on environmental problems and solutions. In the words of Rachel Carson, ‘The public must decide whether it wishes to continue on the present road, and it can do so only when in full possession of the facts.’”
When Alix isn’t asking questions, you can find her hiking, climbing or buried in a good book.
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